Mumbai: The Mumbai Traffic Police conducted an extensive crackdown on traffic violations during the Holi celebrations on March 13 and 14. According to official data, a total of 25,925 violators were penalized for offenses such as drunk driving, helmetless riding, signal jumping, and obstructing traffic flow. The total fine collected over the two-day period amounted to a staggering ₹1,79,09,250.

March 13 Crackdown: 8,073 Violators Penalised

On March 13, 8,073 traffic violators were fined, with penalties amounting to ₹87,72,000. The key violations recorded were:

• Obstructing Traffic Flow – 3,529 cases

• Without Helmet – 1,827 cases

• Jumping Signal – 1,411 cases

• Without License – 328 cases

• No Entry Violation – 811 cases

• Triple Seat Riding – 83 cases

• Drunk Driving – 17 cases

• Honking Violations – 39 cases

• Wrong Side Driving – 28 cases

The highest fine collected on this day was ₹41,99,000, imposed on violators obstructing traffic flow.

March 14 Crackdown: Holi Day Sees 9,422 Offenders

On March 14, 9,422 violators were fined, and penalties totaling ₹92,07,250 were collected. The breakdown of offenses includes:

• Without Helmet – 3,122 cases

• Obstructing Traffic Flow – 1,125 cases

• Jumping Signal – 531 cases

• Without License – 498 cases

• Triple Seat Riding – 342 cases

• No Entry Violation – 181 cases

• Drunk Driving – 166 cases

• Honking Violations – 6 cases

• Wrong Side Driving – 5 cases

The highest fine collected on this day was ₹31,16,000, primarily from helmetless riders.

Rising Drunk Driving Cases

A total of 183 cases of drunk driving were recorded over the two days, a significant increase from 126 cases last year.

The Mumbai Traffic Police has urged citizens to follow traffic rules and drive responsibly, ensuring road safety during festive celebrations.