You will get a Rs 10,000 challan if found doing this in Gurugram. Traffic police issues warning

Starting from this week, you will have to pay huge traffic fine up to Rs 10,000 in Gurugram.

A senior official of city traffic police last week said that a fine of Rs 10,000 starting this week for not allowing ambulances and fire trucks to pass through. To ensure transparency, zonal officers of the Gurugram traffic police will capture video recordings of such incidents.

Offenders will receive online challans promptly, along with the video evidence. The penalty for this offense falls under Section 194E of the Motor Vehicle Act and aims to facilitate the smooth passage of ambulances carrying critically ill patients to hospitals.


DCP Virender Vij emphasized that this measure is crucial, as delays caused by traffic congestion or reckless driving can have dire consequences. "Challaning amount for the offence is Rs 10, 000 under Section 194E of the Motor Vehicle Act. This will help in saving those on the way to different hospitals in ambulances in serious condition. Gurugram traffic police is already providing green corridors for ambulances carrying organs meant for transplant to different hospitals and helping to save the lives of serious patients," DCP Vij was quoted as saying.

Gurugram frequently experiences heavy traffic during peak office hours, making it imperative to address this issue and ensure that emergency vehicles reach their destinations on time. The Gurugram traffic police have already been providing green corridors for ambulances transporting organs for transplant, effectively saving lives. By implementing these strict measures, they aim to further prioritize the timely arrival of emergency vehicles.

FAQs:

When will the new Gurugram traffic challan rules be implemented?
Gurugram traffic police will implement new rules from this week, i.e. starting February 19.

What are the offences for a Rs 10,000 challan in Gurugram?
Offenders will be fined Rs 10,000 for not allowing ambulances and fire trucks to pass through.