Rachakonda traffic police crush modified motorcycle silencers
The Rachakonda Police have launched a campaign against illegal motorcycle silencer modifications to tackle noise pollution. The special drive has resulted in 2,325 cases being booked and 1,297 illegally modified silencers confiscated. The seized items were publicly destroyed at Uppal Bhagayath in the presence of senior traffic and law and order officials.
The move is in line with the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and the Mission LiFE Campaign, both aiming to counter the growing menace of urban pollution and promote sustainable practices. Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu said that the racket around modified silencers not only breaches traffic norms but also aggravates noise and air pollution, posing a serious risk to public health.
'These modifications are more than just a fashion statement for thrill-seeking bikers,' the officer said, adding that they are a threat to every pedestrian and commuter caught off-guard by the roar of an unregulated engine or the blast of a pressure horn.
The Commissioner cited multiple studies linking long-term exposure to traffic noise with cardiovascular diseases, particularly among adults and the elderly. Excessive noise is also known to cause respiratory issues, high blood pressure, sleep disturbances, memory problems, and psychological stress.
Under Section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicles (MV) Act, bikers caught using modified silencers or pressure horns that exceed 80 decibels face penalties of up to ₹10,000 and imprisonment of up to six months. Workshops and dealers have also been put on notice, with those found fitting illegal silencers may face similar legal action.
Citizens are encouraged to report violators and cooperate with the campaign for cleaner air and safer roads.
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