Nearly 20,000 people booked for permit violations in Delhi till mid July

New Delhi: Delhi Traffic Police has booked nearly 20,000 people for permit violations till mid July which was 45 per cent more as compared to the corresponding period last year, officials said on Sunday.

Kotwali and Daryaganj traffic circles were among the top ten in the list where such violations were maximum this year till July 15, they said.

"The Delhi Traffic Police booked 20,009 violators for permit violations, a significant rise from 13,751 in 2023. This marks an increase of nearly 45 per cent in prosecutions compared to the previous year," the data showed.

According to the police, this rise can be attributed to stricter enforcement measures, and a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing non-compliance among commercial vehicle operators.

Specialised teams have been deployed across the city to conduct regular checks at strategic locations, including major intersections, highways, and commercial hubs, they said.

The police have conducted a comprehensive analysis of the ten traffic circles with the highest number of permit violation challans issued till July 15, the officials said.

This investigation identified specific areas where these violations are most frequent. By pinpointing these locations, targeted enforcement measures can be implemented to improve adherence to traffic rules, they said.

The top ten circles of Delhi where such violations were maximum this year are Kotwali 1,406, Daryagnaj 1,279, Civil Lines 1,263, Madhu Vihar 1,123, Lajpat Nagar 1,020, Bhajanpura 980, Sadar Bazar 934, Kamla Market 802, Karol Bagh 754, and Nand Nagri 722, the data showed.

"The crackdown on permit violations is part of a larger initiative to enhance road safety and reduce traffic congestion,” a senior police officer said.

“We have emphasised the importance of adhering to permit regulations, as non-compliance poses significant risks to public safety and contributes to traffic-related issues," the officer said.

In response to the surge in prosecutions, the Delhi Traffic Police has also launched awareness campaigns to educate vehicle owners and operators about the importance of obtaining and maintaining valid permits, the officials said.

These campaigns aim to inform the public about the legal requirements and the consequences of violations, thereby encouraging voluntary compliance, they said.

This surge in prosecution is expected to continue as we aim to sustain the momentum of the enforcement drive, they said.