Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, July 4: On the directions of the Transport Commissioner, J&K, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, and the Deputy Commissioner, Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, a special enforcement drive was conducted by the ARTO Bandipora team across the district to ensure strict compliance with the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and the notified fare regulations.
The drive primarily focused on checking overcharging by auto-rickshaw drivers and curbing illegal parking, particularly on Hospital Road and at Kaloosa, where complaints had been received from the general public.
During the enforcement drive, a total of 37 vehicles were challaned under various provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and Rules, with an expected revenue realization of approximately Rs 39,500. In addition, three auto-rickshaws were seized for serious violations.
To safeguard the interests of commuters and ensure transparency in fare collection, the ARTO Bandipora team also displayed the notified fare lists inside e-autos so that passengers can easily verify the prescribed fares and report any instances of overcharging.
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