KHATIMA NEWS
Kotdwar
Railway authorities have installed no-parking signs at Kotdwar railway station after tempos, e-rickshaws and other vehicles began occupying the premises for extended periods. Officials say railway police will issue challans and take action against vehicles left there, while parking will be permitted only after a formal contract is completed.
Almora
Almora Police have stepped up checking and verification ahead of Diwali on the directions of SSP Almora. Police said 198 vehicle drivers were issued challans, 04 vehicles were seized and action under the Police Act was taken against 24 outsiders found living without verification. Officers are also monitoring disruptive elements.
Others
Champawat Police reported 18 challans during a traffic-checking campaign targeting wrong-side driving, overspeeding and other rule violations. The action included 12 court challans and 06 compounding challans, while authorities collected ₹3,500 in compounding fees from the enforcement drive.
Dehradun
Dehradun Police has taken action against temporary encroachments that were obstructing traffic and movement on public roads and footpaths. Police issued challans to 56 stall and handcart operators under Section 81 of the Police Act and imposed a combined fine of ₹14,000. The action targeted obstructions affecting public movement.
Haridwar
The Haridwar Transport Department conducted an intensive checking campaign during the festive season, issuing 69 challans and seizing 9 vehicles. Action covered overloading, excess passengers, permit violations, missing documents, unsafe vehicle practices and other traffic offences across several areas of the city.
Haridwar
Haridwar Police have taken action against 03 vehicle drivers accused of using motorcycles to produce cracker-like sounds and using pressure horns. The enforcement included seizure of a motorcycle, as police urged road users to follow traffic rules and help maintain safety and peace on the streets.
Pithoragarh
Gravel was found spread across about 8 kilometres of the strategically important Dharchula Highway from Panda towards Patalpokhara near Nainipatal on Tuesday evening. The material was reportedly dropping from an overloaded pickup, creating a slipping hazard for 2-wheelers and cars and prompting questions about monitoring and enforcement.
Almora
Almora Police have intensified traffic checks during the festival season, issuing 128 challans for violations and seizing one vehicle. The campaign is being conducted on the instructions of Senior Superintendent of Police Chandrashekhar Ghodke, with officials warning that strict action will continue against conduct that threatens road safety.
Almora
Almora Police said a broad vehicle-checking campaign is continuing under the direction of SSP Chandra Shekhar Ghodke ahead of Navratri. On 16.10.2026, police took challan action against 88 vehicle drivers for violating traffic rules, as part of the department’s road-safety enforcement effort.
Others
Transit Camp police have seized 03 motorcycles under the Motor Vehicles Act after their riders allegedly violated traffic rules by speeding and using vehicles without number plates. The action was carried out under the direction of Udham Singh Nagar SSP Ajay Ganpati as enforcement against traffic violations continues.
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.
Almora
Almora Police has announced an evening checking campaign focused on drink-driving. The warning states that people found driving under the influence will face a challan and vehicle seizure. Police have urged motorists not to drive after drinking, stressing that responsible driving protects both the driver and other road users.
Nainital
Nainital Police have taken challan action against vehicles parked along the roadside on the Kainchi Dham route. The development highlights enforcement against roadside parking on the route, although the available report does not provide details about the number of vehicles involved or the challan amounts.
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.
Almora
Almora Police have taken action against 174 vehicle drivers under the MV Act during the tourism season. The enforcement drive, ordered by SSP Chandrashekhar Ghodke, is paying particular attention to drink-and-drive violations and rash driving as authorities urge motorists to follow traffic rules and travel safely.
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.
Haldwani
A 3-day enforcement campaign in the Haldwani transport division resulted in 1125 challans and 100 seized vehicles. Udham Singh Nagar recorded the highest district total with 617 challans, while teams in Nainital issued 429. Officials said action followed violations involving documents, driving licences, reflectors, lights, vehicle dimensions and registration.
Almora
Almora Police are maintaining security and traffic oversight at college campuses and key routes ahead of student union elections. Acting on directions from SSP Chandrashekhar Ghodke, officers issued 64 challans, seized 02 vehicles and removed black film from 01 vehicle during the enforcement drive.
Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi police have removed unauthorised name plates, designation boards and government-identification stickers from 38 private vehicles during a district-wide enforcement drive. The operation covered cars, jeeps, motorcycles and other vehicles across police station areas, while owners were warned against displaying official or influential identities without permission.
Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi traffic police have intensified vehicle checks in Dharasu and Chinyalisaur ahead of Char Dham Yatra-2026. Officers issued challans to 15 drivers for violations including over-speeding and over-height vehicles, while a dumper driver allegedly found driving under the influence was arrested and the vehicle seized.
Pithoragarh
A coordinated traffic enforcement drive in Pithoragarh led to 95 violators being challaned as officers from all police stations conducted checks in their jurisdictions.
