Hyderabad, Cyberabad police book nearly 900 drunk drivers in weekend crackdown
Hyderabad and Cyberabad police booked nearly 900 motorists for drunk driving during a weekend enforcement crackdown. Authorities emphasized a zero-tolerance policy and warned that fatal accidents caused by intoxicated drivers will face severe legal consequences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
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Strict traffic enforcement is a key measure for reducing road fatalities and improving public safety in urban centers.
The Hyderabad and Cyberabad traffic police booked a total of 899 motorists for driving under the influence of alcohol during special enforcement drives conducted over the weekend, reiterating their zero-tolerance policy against drunk driving.
The Hyderabad Traffic Police registered 572 cases during a two-day special drive conducted on July 24 and 25. Meanwhile, the Cyberabad Traffic Police booked 327 motorists during a weekend special drive. Police said all offenders would be produced before the court.
The Cyberabad police also warned that motorists found driving under the influence of alcohol and causing fatal accidents would be booked under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, relating to culpable homicide not amounting to murder, which carries a maximum punishment of 10 years’ imprisonment and a fine.
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