These new rules have been recently issued by the government applying to all such four-wheelers whose changes have now been amended, being applicable only for better safety purposes and fewer accidents. The modifications now include a combination of rules on seatbelt, speed limit, lane discipline, and penalty in case of violation. Make it a point to understand the laws of the land to avoid fines and suffer penalties as well as learn to drive safely if you own a car or drive around often:
Salient Traffic Rule Changes For Four Wheeler Drivers
1. Mandatory Seatbelt for Rear Passengers
This is perhaps the most important update – mandatory seatbelt use for rear passengers. “It was only a requirement for the driver and the front-seat passenger. Now everybody inside the vehicle must comply. Failure to do so attracts a penalty of ₹1,000 under the Motor Vehicles Act”.
2. Strict Action on Over Speeding
Over speeding indeed was one of the major reasons why accidents happened, so under the new rules the enforcement of such rules has been further intensified:
- Speed limits have been revised for highways and city roads.
- AI-based cameras will automatically detect over speeding, leading to instant e-challans.
- Now, fines for over speeding are between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000 whereas it now depends on the severity.
3. No Honking in Silent Zones
Honk in silent zones like hospitals, schools, and residential areas is strictly prohibited now. The violators can be fined within a range of ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
4. Stricter Drunk Driving Penalties
Path for drunk driving is very strict now as its penalties have been escalated, which actually state- first time offenders would be attracting as much as ₹10,000, if not imprisonment for six months. Next stage perpetrators would face even higher punishment like cancellation of driving license.
5. Lane Discipline and Overtaking Rules
- Lane indiscipline through unnecessary switching would now attract a fine of much above ₹2,000.
- Overtaking from the left or violating lane rules in high traffic areas can lead to an immediate fine.
6. Mobile Phone Use While Driving
- Using mobile phones while driving for calls or texts is strictly prohibited.
- Handsfree GPS navigation is, however, allowed.
- Fines for talking or using a mobile phone while driving start from ₹5,000.
Conclusion
The idea of these new traffic rules centers around safe driving and safety from accidents. These rules are basic rules that every four-wheeler driver should follow in order to avoid penalties, giving an impression of a picture-perfect driving experience. They should also be kept in touch with all things related, drive with responsibility, and at all times follow the driving laws.
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