Traffic Police Take Action Against 13,090 Drivers in Kathmandu Valley in One Week

Kathmandu. Traffic police have taken action against 13,090 drivers and rule violators in the Kathmandu Valley in one week, from May 12 to May 19.

A revenue of Rs 11,806,013 has been collected from the actions taken during the said period, according to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office. According to the traffic police, the risk of accidents is increasing due to the growing traffic congestion, disorderly parking, reckless driving, and disregard for traffic rules within the valley. Regular checking, monitoring, and special campaigns have been conducted to control this.

According to traffic police spokesperson and Superintendent of Police Nareshraj Subedi, 629 people were caught driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), and 1,036 were prosecuted for violating ride-sharing rules.

Similarly, 1,282 drivers who violated red lights, 778 who drove at excessive speeds, 540 who violated lanes, 640 who encroached on sidewalks, 1,646 who violated the 'no horn' zone, and 762 drivers who entered one-way streets were prosecuted.

He said, "Our aim is not just to collect revenue, but to ensure safe travel for citizens and reduce road accidents." It has been informed that strict action has been taken against activities such as DUI, speeding, driving while using a mobile phone, and violating signals, as these are particularly causing accidents.