Nine Drivers Penalized for Drunk Driving in Kathmandu Morning Surprise Check

Kathmandu. As part of a special security campaign conducted by traffic police in various locations across the Kathmandu Valley, nine drivers were penalized during a 'surprise check' on Saturday morning. Despite the assumption that individuals would not consume alcohol during morning hours, police discovered drivers of passenger vehicles operating under the influence.

Among those penalized during the morning inspection, the majority were drivers of public buses and Hiace vans. According to traffic police, the drivers of three public buses, three Hiace vans, two microbuses, and one Sumo were taken into custody and are facing legal action for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Police have concluded that the reckless behavior of drivers operating sensitive, high-capacity, and long-distance vehicles poses a significant risk of major accidents.

To discourage such illegal and punishable acts, the police have urged passengers to remain vigilant. If passengers have even the slightest suspicion that their driver has consumed alcohol or drugs, they are requested to immediately report it to the nearest police station.