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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
60% of e-challan grievances of motorists fined in 13 mths rejected, shows RTI reply
Mumbai: Around 60% of the grievances raised by motorists regarding e-challans issued to them by the traffic police between Jan 2024 and Feb 2025 were rejected, according to the response given by the department to an RTI plea by activist Anil Galgali. The response stated that of the over 1.8 lakh complaints received, around 1.1 lakh were rejected. As per the One State One Challan portal, Mumbai Traffic Police imposed Rs 556 crore in fines against motorists violating traffic rules between Jan 2024 and Feb 2025. Grievances regarding e-challans are reviewed at the multimedia cell at Worli traffic headquarters. Evidence in the form of images of the vehicle at-fault are studied before making a conclusion. If the images are unclear, the complaint is forwarded to the traffic division concerned for verification. The final decision as to whether to uphold or cancel the challan is made after receiving its report. "Citizens should be given fair opportunity to explain their side, and each complaint must undergo thorough and objective scrutiny," said Galgali. tnn
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IPL 2025: Mumbai police rolls out matchday traffic restrictions ahead of MI vs GT showdown at Wankhede Stadium today; check details here
NEW DELHI: The Mumbai Traffic Police issued a detailed traffic advisory ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match between Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans , scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Wankhede Stadium . The match is set to begin at 7.30pm, and heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic is expected in the surrounding areas. You Can Also Check: Mumbai AQI | Weather in Mumbai | Bank Holidays in Mumbai | Public Holidays in Mumbai To ensure smooth traffic flow and minimize inconvenience to the public, temporary traffic regulations and parking restrictions will be in effect from 12pm to 11.55pm on match day, as per Temporary Notification No. 553/DCP/SOUTH/TEMP/T/2025 dated March 28, 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Deputy commissioner of police (South) Traffic, Pradnya Jedge, has issued the following directives: Traffic restrictions Motorists are advised to avoid the area around Wankhede Stadium during the restricted period. As there is no parking available at the stadium, spectators are strongly urged to use public transport , especially the suburban railway network . Veer Nariman Road, from Churchgate Junction to Sundarmahal Junction, will be closed to vehicular traffic as required. Alternate routes: Commuters can use these suggested routes From Churchgate Junction, take Maharshi Karve Road to Pandit Paluskar Chowk (Opera House), turn left towards Vinoli Chowpatty, and continue to your destination. Alternatively, travel from Ramdev Potdar Junction (C.T.O) via Chafekar Bandhu Chowk (O.C.S), proceed on M.G. Road, pass through Shyamaldas Junction, and cross Meghdut Bridge (Princess Street) to reach your location. Parking restrictions No parking will be allowed in the following areas: "C" Road (North side): N.S. Road junction to "E" Road junction "D" Road: N.S. Road junction to "E" Road junction "E" Road: "D" Road junction to "C" Road junction "F" Road: N.S. Road junction to "E Cross Road" junction "G" Road (South side): N.S. Road junction to "E Cross Road" junction "E Cross Road": "F" Road junction to "G" Road junction N.S. Road (both directions): Mafatlal Bath Signal to Air India Junction Veer Nariman Road (both directions): Churchgate Junction to Sundarmahal Junction Vehicles found violating these restrictions will be towed, and e-challans will be issued to the offenders. Directions for spectators arriving via railway From Churchgate station: Ticket holders for Gates 01, 02, and 07 should exit at Churchgate Station and walk via 'D' Road. Those taking Maharshi Karve Road should use the foot overbridge near Pratishta Bhavan to reach Gate 05. Spectators heading via Anandilal Potdar Junction on Maharshi Karve Road should use the foot overbridge to 'E' Road, then proceed to Gates 04 and 05 via Mumbai Vidyapith Stadium Gate and Patan Jain Mandal Road. From Marine Lines station: Ticket holders for Gates 04 and 05A should walk via 'F' Road. Those entering through Gates 04 and 05 should access the stadium via Mumbai Vidyapith Stadium Gate through Patan Jain Mandal Road. Entry instructions for Wankhede Stadium Ticket holders for Gate 03 should disembark at Churchgate Station and walk along the N.S. Road footpath. All visitors arriving via N.S. Road (Marine Drive) must use pavements and avoid walking on the main carriageway. Private vehicles should drop passengers only at designated points along N.S. Road. U-turns on N.S. Road will be prohibited from two hours before match start until two hours after it ends. During this period, U-turns will be allowed only at Murali Deora Chowk and Mafatlal Junction. This advisory is part of a broader traffic management initiative for all Mumbai Indians home matches during IPL 2025 . Similar measures will be enforced for the upcoming fixture against Delhi Capitals on May 15 at Wankhede Stadium.
News18
06-05-2025
- News18
Over 28K Taxi, Auto Drivers In Mumbai Face Licence Suspensions Over Short Trip Refusals
Last Updated: The traffic police have initiated the process to suspend licences of more than 28,800 taxi and autorickshaw drivers for refusing to ferry passengers for short distance trips. The Mumbai Traffic Police have initiated the process to suspend the driving licences of over 28,800 taxi and autorickhaw drivers for refusing to take passengers on short-distance trips in Mumbai, officials said on Monday. The traffic police carried out a special drive against errant taxi and autorickshaw drivers from April 18 to May 2. During the drive under the supervision of JCP (traffic) Anil Kumbhare, as many as 48,417 taxi and auto rickshaw drivers were issued challans (penalty receipts) for different traffic violations, an official said as quoted by news agency PTI. These included taxi and autorickshaw drivers who were found plying vehicles without wearing proper uniforms or carrying valid permits, badges or registration documents. A section of these drivers included those who refused short-distance trips and carried more passengers than the designated capacity of their vehicles, he said. 28,814 challans were issued for refusal to ply, 1,164 for not wearing uniform, 6,268 for carrying more passengers than permitted, and 12,171 for other violations. A police officer said Rs 40.25 lakh was collected from them in fines. The process to suspend the driving licences of 28,814 taxi and autorickshaw drivers — specifically for denying short-distance fares — is now underway, the official added. First Published: May 06, 2025, 07:04 IST
News18
30-04-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Maharashtra Day 2025: Mumbai Police Issue Traffic Advisory; Check Routes & Diversions
Last Updated: Maharashtra Day 2025, Mumbai Traffic advisory 1st May: Traffic advisory has been released to ensure smooth functioning of the parade programme and to manage the flow of traffic. Maharashtra Day 2025: The Mumbai Traffic Police has released a traffic advisory in view of the Maharashtra Day Parade that will be organised at Shivaji Park of Dadar on May 1, Thursday. The parade will prompt traffic restrictions on the adjoining roads of Shivaji Park Ground from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm. The traffic advisory has been released to ensure the smooth functioning of the parade programme and to manage the flow of traffic. Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Din, will be observed on May 1st, 2025, marking the formation of the Marathi-speaking state in 1960, following the division of Bombay State into Maharashtra and Gujarat. Mumbai Police Issues Traffic Advisory Issuing an advisory, the Mumbai Police listed roads that will remain closed for vehicular movement. In addition to this, the advisory also mentioned the roads will not allow parking. Keluskar Road South and Keluskar Road North will remain closed to all vehicles. SK Bole Road will be one-way from Siddhivanayak Junction to Portuguese Church Junction, and entry will be restricted from Siddhivinayak Junction to Yes Bank junction on Swatantraveer Savarkar Road. Since the entry for vehicles will be restricted from Yes Bank to Siddhivinayak Junction thus vehicles wanting to go to South Mumbai shall take a left turn at Yes Bank junction and proceed to Pandurang Naik road. Instructions For Invitees Further, the traffic advisory mentions some significant instructions for invitees: Invitees coming from South and Central Mumbai are advised to take the Tilak flyover bridge to Shivaji Park, while invitees coming from Route South Mumbai should go through Dr. Annie Besant Road. Meanwhile, invitees coming from Western suburbs are asked to take Mahim Old Cadel Road to Shivaji Nagar. First Published: April 30, 2025, 09:30 IST
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Maharashtra Day: Mumbai Traffic Police issue traffic advisory. Check road closures, diversions, and no-parking zones
Maharashtra Day, also known as Maharashtra Din, will be observed on May 1st, 2025. This year, the holiday coincides with International Labour Day. Maharashtra Day marks the formation of the Marathi-speaking state in 1960, following the division of Bombay State into Maharashtra and Gujarat. The occasion will be celebrated with public and private events, including parades, political speeches, and ceremonies across the state. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" Maharashtra Day Parade at Shivaji Park, Dadar The Maharashtra Day parade will be held at Shivaji Park in Dadar, Mumbai, on May 1st, 2025. To ensure the smooth functioning of the parade, the Mumbai Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory for the surrounding area. The traffic restrictions will be in effect from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Maharashtra Day: Road Closures and Traffic Diversions Several roads around Shivaji Park will be closed to facilitate the event: by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Keluskar Road South and North: Closed to all vehicles except invitees. SK Bole Road (Siddhivinayak Junction to Portuguese Church Junction): One-way traffic. Live Events Swatantraveer Savarkar Road (Siddhivinayak Junction to Yes Bank Junction): Entry restricted. Traffic Diversions Traffic heading toward the Western Suburbs will be diverted from Siddhivinayak Junction via SK Bole Road, Portuguese Church, Gokhale Road, LJ Road, and Raja Bade Chowk. Traffic headed toward South Mumbai will be diverted via Pandurang Naik Road, Raja Bade Chowk, LJ Road, and Gokhale Road. No Parking Zones Several areas near Shivaji Park will be designated as no parking zones: Keluskar Road (South & North) Pandurang Naik Road NC Kelkar Road (Gadkari Chowk to Kotwal Garden) For those attending the parade without a car pass, parking is available at Kohinoor Parking Lots near Plaza Cinema and JK Sawant Road in Dadar (W). Citizens are advised to plan their travel accordingly and follow the traffic regulations to ensure a smooth experience during the Maharashtra Day celebrations.
