6 days ago
Chandigarh Police warn personnel against traffic violations, remind them of double penalty for law enforcers
The Chandigarh Traffic Police have warned their personnel against committing traffic violations, whether in uniform or civil dress, as some police officials are occasionally found breaking traffic rules while driving either official or personal vehicles.
According to a directive issued on Monday, the image of Chandigarh Police is tarnished when such incidents are reported by the media, with photographs of traffic violations by police personnel published in newspapers.
The directive clearly states that no police official should commit any traffic violation while on the road and reiterates that under section 210(B) of the Motor Vehicles Act, any traffic offence committed by an enforcing authority attracts twice the penalty prescribed for the violation.
'Any such misconduct, if brought to notice, will invite departmental action against the concerned official. Non-compliance with these orders shall be viewed seriously,' the directive warns.
Shri Prakash, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Traffic, said the provision for double penalty already exists under the Motor Vehicles Act, but it has now been emphasised among police personnel for strict adherence.
'We have just reiterated the rule among the policemen, and it needs to be strictly complied with,' he added.
The move aims to ensure that law enforcers themselves set an example of traffic discipline for the public, said DSP Shri Prakash.
