RTO Mohali issues over 33,000 challans, collects Rs 11 crore in 18 months
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Mohali: The regional transport officer (RTO), Mohali, has issued more than 33,000 challans and collected a total of Rs 11.09 crore in penalties over the past 18 months, in a joint enforcement drive with the Mohali traffic police.
The action is part of a continued crackdown on traffic violations, including a special focus on school buses under the Safe School Vahan Policy.
According to RTO Rajpal Singh Sekhon, 1,140 school buses were penalised during this period, an average of about two buses per day, for a range of violations including the absence of CCTV cameras, speed governors, fire extinguishers, first aid kits, valid permits, pollution certificates, fitness documents, GPS systems, drinking water, and proper uniforms for drivers and staff.
Sekhon emphasised that ensuring the safety of school children is of utmost importance. "Under the Safe School Vahan Policy, each school is expected to form a transport safety committee to monitor buses operating on different routes. Key safety features such as CCTV cameras, attendants handing over children to parents, and driver uniforms are non-negotiable," he said.
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According to official data in 2024, 28,661 challans were issued, generating Rs 8,78,10,603, including 1,274 challans issued by the RTO alone.
In 2025 so far, 4,685 challans have been issued, with a revenue collection of Rs 2,31,19,600, including 386 challans from the RTO office. The combined 18-month tally stands at 33,346 challans and Rs 11,09,30,203 in fines collected.
RTO Sekhon also revealed that during surprise inspections of school buses, several institutions were found violating safety norms, which led to the issuance of numerous challans. He warned that such inspections will continue, and strict action will be taken against schools that fail to comply with transport safety regulations.
The department aims to ensure greater adherence to traffic norms and promote safer road practices, especially for school-going children.
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