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An X by Nikhil Saini has drawn attention to the dangers of suspected drunk driving. questions how a man described as heavily intoxicated managed to travel on the road and warns that such behaviour could endanger other road users. No location, date or official response was provided.
Pithoragarh
Thal police in Pithoragarh have taken action against driver Pankaj Joshi after allegedly finding him operating a vehicle while intoxicated during a checking drive. Police said the vehicle was seized after the incident. The case highlights enforcement against drunk driving on local roads.
Almora
Kotwali Almora police have arrested one driver for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, seized the vehicle and issued a ₹12,000 court challan. Police urged motorists not to drive after drinking and asked the public to support safer road travel across the area.
Dehradun
2 late-night incidents in Dehradun have raised fresh road-safety concerns after a Bolero hit 5 scooters and 2 motorcycles in Chandernagar, while a car struck a power pole on Rajpur Road. one person was reportedly injured, and police are investigating the vehicles, drivers and circumstances involved.
Chamoli
Pokhari Police arrested a driver during checking at Mohankhal Barrier after finding him allegedly driving under the influence without a driving licence and required vehicle documents. The vehicle was seized, and police issued a challan under various provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, according to the police update.
Almora
Almora police arrested one driver after allegedly finding him driving under the influence of alcohol. Kotwali Almora police seized the vehicle and issued a ₹15,500 court challan. The action highlights enforcement against drunk driving and the need for motorists to follow traffic rules.
Pithoragarh
Gangolihat police in Pithoragarh district took action against driver Umesh Singh after finding him driving while intoxicated during a checking campaign. Police said the operation was conducted to support road safety in the area. The available report does not specify the exact action or any further legal proceedings.
Almora
Chaukutiya police arrested a car driver after allegedly catching him driving under the influence during a checking operation. The action was taken under the Motor Vehicles Act, and the vehicle was seized. The case highlights the enforcement of traffic rules against drunk driving in the area.
Haridwar
Bahadrabad Police have acted against people accused of creating a disturbance while driving under the influence of alcohol. Medical testing reportedly confirmed intoxication, after which police seized the WagonR car and began challan proceedings under the applicable rules. The details were published on 2 October 2026.
Haridwar
A man allegedly drove through Roorkee after drinking, striking e-rickshaws, another car and pedestrians near Malkapur Chungi. The vehicle stopped after colliding with a pickup on the Solani river bridge. Police took the driver into custody, while the injured were sent to Civil Hospital Roorkee for treatment.
Nainital
Nainital Police took action against a Scorpio driver accused of driving dangerously while under the influence of alcohol during a night-checking operation. Police said challan action was taken under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, and the vehicle was seized. No further details about the driver or incident location were provided.
Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi traffic police carried out an evening checking operation across the district headquarters and nearby areas to improve road safety. Officers issued challans to 23 drivers, arrested 2 people allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, seized their vehicles and towed 3 vehicles from no-parking areas.
Bageshwar
Bageshwar police have taken action against 39 drivers for traffic violations during Operation Prahar. A driver accused of driving after drinking was arrested by Jhirouli police, while his vehicle was seized. Police also issued 4 court challans, seized another vehicle and penalised 14 people for disturbing public peace.
Nainital
A high-speed taxi struck 6 vehicles on railway station road in Banbhulera area, halting after police detained the driver and drugs/alcohol test confirmed intoxication. No injuries reported among riders of the affected vehicles.
