Cyberabad traffic police recently conducted a stringent weekend enforcement drive, resulting in the apprehension of a staggering 534 motorists found driving under the influence of alcohol.
Data from the operation reveals that KPHB and Medchal areas topped the list with 50 cases each, closely followed by Shamshabad with 49 arrests. Narsingi and Kukatpally reported the fewest incidents, each with 18 cases.
Two-wheeler riders were overwhelmingly the most frequent offenders, accounting for 435 cases. Four-wheelers followed with 79 cases, three-wheelers with 18, and a small number of heavy vehicles were also involved with two recorded incidents.
Every individual arrested will face court proceedings. Authorities issued a strong warning, emphasizing that drunk driving is a serious offense. Furthermore, any motorist causing a fatal accident while intoxicated will be charged under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which addresses culpable homicide not amounting to murder and can lead to a prison sentence of up to ten years, in addition to a substantial fine.
Looking back at the week of October 6 to 11, courts successfully concluded 296 drunk driving cases. Out of these, 264 offenders were issued fines, while 32 individuals received jail sentences (18 for one day, 11 for two days, and three for three days). Additionally, 35 offenders were mandated to perform social service as part of their judicial punishment.