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Gurugram Traffic Police issue 11,320 challans in 24 hours

Gurugram, Oct 29 (UNI) Gurugram Traffic Police issued 11,320 challans in a single day and impounded 169 vehicles plying without number plates on October 28, as its crackdown on traffic violations intensified. Wrong parking emerged as a major concern, with 61,549 challans issued for the offence between October 1 and 28, resulting in fines totalling ₹3,07,74,500.
The daily enforcement drive also targeted violations that obstruct traffic and endanger road users. Police issued 766 challans for wrong parking, 472 for wrong-side driving and 593 for improper lane changes on October 28. The police said CCTV cameras, technology-based surveillance and personnel deployed on roads were being used to detect violations and strengthen traffic discipline.
In a separate drive against motorists who have ignored pending challans, traffic police impounded two motorcycles carrying a combined 39 outstanding challans totalling ₹3.37 lakh in fines. One motorcycle had 14 pending challans totalling ₹1.28 lakh, while the second had 25 challans totalling ₹2.09 lakh.
During checks, ASI Mahesh, Zonal Officer (ZO) at Mayfield Garden, found 14 pending challans against a motorcycle. The violations included driving without valid insurance, a Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate and a High-Security Registration Plate (HSRP). The vehicle owner failed to produce the required documents, following which the motorcycle was impounded.
In another case, ASI Yudhvir Singh, ZO at Wazirabad Chowk, found 25 pending challans against a motorcycle, with fines totalling ₹2.09 lakh. The violations included absence of an HSRP, pollution-related offences and riding without a helmet. The motorcycle was impounded after the owner failed to produce the required documents.
The police also reported sustained action against wrong parking across the city. Between October 1 and 28, a total of 61,549 challans were issued for the offence, with fines amounting to ₹3.07 crore. Surveillance has been stepped up on major roads, at intersections, and in other locations where unauthorised parking obstructs traffic. Motorists have been advised to use designated parking spaces and avoid blocking roads or junctions.
Meanwhile, the Manesar Crime Branch arrested Munfed Khan, a resident of Chandeni village in Nuh district, in connection with a vehicle silencer theft case registered at Kherki Daula police station. Police said one silencer and one key were recovered from his possession.
The case concerns the alleged theft of the silencer from an Eeco vehicle parked outside Aarvy Hospital in Sector 90 on June 20, 2026. A complaint was lodged on June 29, following which a case was registered. The accused was arrested on October 28. According to police, 13 previous theft cases had been registered against him in Gurugram and Faridabad. Further investigation is underway.
Gurugram Traffic Police has appealed to motorists to follow lane discipline, avoid wrong-side driving and illegal parking, display valid number plates, keep vehicle documents up to date and clear pending challans. The police said enforcement would continue to improve road safety, reduce congestion and ensure accountability for traffic violations.UNI KK AAB
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