Special drive against those who do not wear helmet

Eleven teams have been formed in the city limits. They are likely to carry out drives in Bannerghatta, Gorguntepalya, Kanakapura Road and Sumanahalli Circle

October 20, 2020 09:54 pm | Updated October 21, 2020 09:33 am IST

Officials say the rules apply for both riders and pillion riders.

Officials say the rules apply for both riders and pillion riders.

After issuing an order to impose penalty and suspend the licence of those who fail to wear helmets while riding two-wheelers, the Transport Department has formed teams to carry out special drives against violators.

Eleven teams have been formed in the city limits. They are likely to carry out drives in Bannerghatta, Gorguntepalya, Kanakapura Road and Sumanahalli Circle.

While the city traffic police have started booking cases as per the new rules, a Transport Department official said that they will start conducting special drives from Wednesday.

On October 16, the RTOs were instructed to book cases for not wearing helmets and suspend the DL for three months. The official says rules apply for both riders and pillion riders.

“We confiscate DL from the violators. They are barred from riding during the suspension period. If they are found riding without a licence, further action will be initiated,” said the official.

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