KHATIMA NEWS
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
Traffic police and the Transport Department have launched a strict school-vehicle safety drive in Haridwar. A school bus driver was arrested after being found driving while intoxicated, while 7 buses were seized and 298 challans issued for traffic violations, document-related shortcomings and other safety breaches during the joint inspections.
Dehradun
A joint checking operation in Mussoorie targeted vehicles operating without valid documents, expired fitness certificates, parking violations and unauthorised rental bikes. Officials issued about 70 challans and seized 11 to 15 vehicles, while 2 minors were found driving. Authorities also began action against rental businesses operating without permission or using private vehicles.
Kashipur
The Kashipur transport department held a free eye examination camp for vehicle drivers and members of the public at the ARTO office. Specialists from Rishikesh examined 150 people and provided spectacles to those who needed them. Officials said such health and awareness initiatives support safer driving and strengthen attention to road safety.
Kotdwar
The transport department has intensified scrutiny of private cars used commercially, citing revenue loss and safety concerns. Agencies are conducting regular and surprise checks across key routes to curb unauthorised commercial activity by private vehicles.
