Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, April 10-
In a week-long drive against illegal black film on vehicles, the Haryana Police not only removed the film but also penalized drivers. The campaign, conducted from April 1st to 7th across Haryana, resulted in challans (fines) issued to 2600 drivers for using illegal window tinting.
Director General of Police (DGP) Shtrutjeet Kapur emphasized that black film on car windows violates traffic regulations and attracts hefty fines. He informed that challans were issued both online and offline during the campaign. DGP Kapur reiterated that traffic rules apply to everyone, and violators will face strict legal action. He urged citizens to report vehicles with black film or motorcycles emitting loud noises by calling the Haryana Police helpline number 112 for immediate action.
Providing details on the campaign, Inspector General of Police (Traffic & Highways) Hardeep Doon said that police teams set up checkpoints across the state to identify and penalize vehicles with illegal window tinting. Additionally, traffic police removed any illegal mesh or dark-colored films that reduced visibility through car windows. Traffic regulations mandate at least 70% visibility inside the vehicle to ensure clear visibility of activities within. Vehicles failing this test are liable to be challaned.
IG Doon further clarified that using mesh or any material that reduces visibility below 70% is a traffic violation and will be penalized. He also informed that riders of motorcycles found using loud noise-producing devices will be challaned. IG Doon appealed to the public to follow traffic rules seriously and avoid negligence. From April 1st to 7th, over 2600 challans (fines) were issued to drivers across the state. Gurugram saw the highest number of penalties at 985, followed by Faridabad (351), Palwal (220), and Ambala (180).
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