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A special drive against drinking and driving will be held across the city by the Mysuru City Traffic police from December 24 to 30 to curb instances of driving under the influence of alcohol.
“Commuters are hereby warned that drunk driving is a punishable offence under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The punishment includes a fine of ₹10,000 and/or imprisonment for up to six months,” read a press statement issued by City Police Commissioner Seema Latkar on December 23.
“The driving licences of repeat offenders will be suspended by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) for a period of three months or more, or even permanently, depending on the severity of the offence. The respondent/s may also be dealt with the subsequent penal Sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS),” the statement added.
Road safety remains the top priority of Mysuru City traffic police, the statement further noted. In addition to routine traffic regulation and enforcement, special drives are being conducted to enhance commuter safety, reduce road accident fatalities, promote traffic discipline, and ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 by all vehicles operating within the city.
“One of the most critical issues being addressed is drunk driving, which poses a grave threat not only to the driver or rider but also to innocent fellow road users. Driving under the influence of alcohol significantly increases the risk of road accidents and will not be tolerated,” the statement said.
Minors
Further, minors are strictly prohibited from driving any motor vehicle. Vehicle owners or guardians who permit minors to drive will be prosecuted as per law, the statement warned.
Vigilant citizens are also requested to report instances of drunk driving and other traffic violations to Mysuru city Traffic Police through Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), Public Eye WhatsApp number: 9481100100, and police helpline 112, the statement added.
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