Kathmandu Traffic Police Take Action Against 470 Vehicles

Authorities in the Kathmandu Valley penalised 470 motor vehicles on Saturday for breaking transport rules, according to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office. Officials reported that the enforcement action covered a range of traffic violations committed by drivers across the valley on that single day. Giving a breakdown of the offences, the office spokesperson, Superintendent of Police Naresh Raj Subedi, stated that 99 drivers were penalised for driving under the influence of alcohol. Additionally, 40 vehicles were caught through closed-circuit television cameras, 115 for travelling at excessive speeds, and seven for moving in restricted one-way directions. Furthermore, authorities took action against nine drivers for sounding horns unnecessarily, two for failing to follow lane discipline, and 161 for other unspecified offences. The traffic police office noted that strict surveillance and penal measures have been ongoing against motorists violating regulations throughout the festive season.