The Cyberabad Traffic Police announced a series of restrictions and enforcement measures ahead of New Year celebrations for December 31, warning of strict action against traffic violations, drunk driving and non-compliance by commercial establishments and transport operators.
Cyberabad Police Commissioner, Avinash Mohanty, issued a notification imposing restrictions on construction and debris transportation vehicles within the Outer Ring Road limits. Such vehicles will not be permitted inside the ORR between 10.30 p.m. and 2 a.m. on the intervening night of December 31 and January 1.
The advisory will be in force from the evening of December 31 through the early hours of January 1, with extensive checks for drunk driving beginning at 8 p.m. across all roads in the Cyberabad Police Commissionerate limits. Special cameras have been installed to detect violations such as wrong-side driving, unauthorised parking, speeding, signal jumping, rash driving and riding without helmets, with offenders to be identified and prosecuted.
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Cab, taxi and autorickshaw operators have been directed to wear proper uniforms, carry valid documents and not refuse rides. Police said refusal to ply would attract penalties under Section 178 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and e-challans would be issued. Complaints can be sent to the Cyberabad Traffic Police WhatsApp number 94906-17346 with vehicle details, time and location. Operators have also been warned against misbehaviour and overcharging.
