Joint Naka laid by District Police & MVD Rajouri on NH; 29 challans issued, 17 vehicles seized

Jun 25, 2025

RAJOURI: Acting on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, a joint Naka was laid today by the District Police and Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Rajouri on the National Highway to intensify enforcement of traffic regulations and ensure road safety.

The special drive was carried out under the supervision of ARTO Rajouri, Rajesh Gupta; Motor Vehicle Inspector, Rahul Singh and DySP Headquarters, Satish Kumar. During the Naka, a total of 29 challans were issued for various violations, including plying of vehicles without valid Route Permits, non-functioning of Speed Limiting Devices (SLD) and lack of valid fitness certificates.

In a significant move to curb illegal and unsafe transportation, 17 vehicles were seized and handed over to PS Rajouri. A fine amounting to Rs. 1,11,600 is to be realized from the violators.

The enforcement team strictly warned all vehicle operators to adhere to traffic rules and regulations. The officials emphasized that such joint enforcement drives will continue in the future to promote safer road behavior and reduce the risk of accidents.

The district administration urges the public, especially commercial vehicle operators, to ensure their vehicles are properly documented, mechanically fit and in full compliance with all legal provisions.