RAMBAN: The Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Ramban, in coordination with the District Police, today conducted a joint surprise enforcement drive at various locations in Banihal. The team conducted checking of vehicles at T-Chowk, Railway Station Chowk, Treva Bridge and Parnote.
During the enforcement drive, led by ARTO Varun Bhasin, the MVD team checked 217 vehicles, out of which 32 vehicles were e-challaned for various violations of the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act.
The violations included overcharging, overloading, operating without valid permits, use of curtains on vehicle windows and operating without valid fitness certificates, among other offences.
Vehicles found plying without the required statutory documents were challaned, while those involved in serious violations were seized as per the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act.
The expected amount of the e-challans is approximately ₹ 273500. In addition, seven vehicles were seized for serious violations.
Furthermore, the department has recommended suspension of five Driving Licences (DLs) for violations of the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act.
