Uttarkashi traffic police have stepped up road checks ahead of Char Dham Yatra-2026, citing the need to prevent road accidents and encourage compliance with traffic rules. The latest operation covered the Dharasu and Chinyalisaur areas.
During the checking drive, officers issued challans to 15 vehicle drivers for traffic violations. The offences included over-speeding and operating vehicles above permitted height limits.
Police also arrested a dumper driver who was found driving in an intoxicated condition. The dumper was seized during the action.
Operation conducted under senior officers
The enforcement drive was carried out on the direction of Uttarkashi Superintendent of Police Smt. Kamlesh Upadhyay. A traffic police team led by Traffic Inspector Shri Sunil Kumar conducted the checks in the 2 areas.
The campaign is focused on checking vehicles, discouraging dangerous driving and improving awareness among road users before the pilgrseason. Police personnel also spoke with drivers and pedestrians about following traffic regulations and adopting safe driving practices.
Officials appealed to the public to cooperate with the police in maintaining better traffic management. The checking campaign will continue as part of the wider road-safety effort linked to Char Dham Yatra-2026.
What the checks found
- Challans were issued to 15 vehicle drivers.
- Over-speeding and over-height violations were among the offences detected.
- one dumper driver was arrested after being found driving while intoxicated.
- The dumper involved in that action was seized.
Conclusion
Uttarkashi police have combined enforcement with public awareness during checks in Dharasu and Chinyalisaur, with action taken against 15 traffic violators and one intoxicated dumper driver arrested.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Why is Uttarkashi police conducting vehicle checks?
The checks are being conducted to help prevent road accidents and promote traffic-rule compliance ahead of Char Dham Yatra-2026.
Q. Where did the latest checking take place?
The traffic police team conducted checks in the Dharasu and Chinyalisaur areas.
Q. How many vehicle drivers received challans?
Police issued challans to 15 vehicle drivers.
Q. Which violations were detected?
The violations included over-speeding and operating vehicles above permitted height limits.
Q. What action was taken against the dumper driver?
The dumper driver was arrested after being found driving in an intoxicated condition, and the dumper was seized.
Q. Who led the checking team?
The team was led by Traffic Inspector Shri Sunil Kumar.
Q. Under whose direction was the operation conducted?
The operation was conducted on the direction of Uttarkashi Superintendent of Police Smt. Kamlesh Upadhyay.
Q. What message did police give to road users?
Police asked drivers and pedestrians to follow traffic rules, drive safely and cooperate in improving traffic management.
