Introduction
The picturesque city of Ranchi, known for its natural beauty, also upholds the importance of road safety through strict enforcement of traffic rules and regulations. The government's revision of the Motor Vehicle Act in 2019 brought about substantial changes in traffic fines to reduce traffic violations and road accidents.
In this blog, you will get a comprehensive list of traffic fines in Ranchi to keep you informed and ensure responsible driving.
List of Traffic Fines in Ranchi
Here is the list of Ranchi traffic challan that you must know:
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Traffic Offence
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Penalty
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Driving/Riding Without a Licence
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₹5,000
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Overspeeding
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● LMV (Light Motor Vehicle)
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● First-time offence
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₹1,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹2,000
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● Passenger/Goods Vehicle
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● First-time offence
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₹2,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹4,000
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Driving/Riding Without Insurance
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● First-time offence
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₹2,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹4,000 and six months imprisonment
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Driving Without a Seat Belt
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₹1,000
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Speeding and Racing
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● First-time offence
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₹5,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹10,000
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Disobeying Traffic Signal
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● First-time offence
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₹150
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● Repeat offence
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₹500
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Violating Road Safety Standards, Air Pollution, And Noise Pollution
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● First-time offence
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₹1,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹2,000
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Driving/Riding While on Mobile (Handheld)/ Dangerous Driving
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● First-time offence
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₹1,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹10,000
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Driving/Riding Despite Disqualification
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₹10,000
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Not Giving Way to Emergency Vehicles like Fire Engines, Ambulances, etc.
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● First-time offence
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₹10,000 and/or six months imprisonment
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● Repeat offence
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₹10,000 and/or one-year imprisonment
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Riding Without Helmet (Rider and Pillion Rider)
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₹1,000 and a three-month driving licence suspension
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Overloading Two-Wheelers
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₹1,000 and a three-month driving licence suspension
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Overloading Goods Vehicle
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₹20,000 plus ₹2,000 per extra tonne
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Refusal for Weighing of the Goods Carriage
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₹40,000
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Overboarding Passengers
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₹200 per passenger
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Driving/Riding Without a Ticket
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₹500
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Disobedience of Orders of Authorities
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₹2,000
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Unauthorised Use of Vehicles Without License
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₹5,000
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Refusing to Share Information Under Traffic Authority/Disobeying Orders
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● Vehicles Without Permit
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● First-time offence
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₹10,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹10,000
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Driving/Riding Without Registration
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● First-time offence
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₹2,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹5,000
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Carrying Passenger/Children Without Safety Belt
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₹1,000
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Using Horns in Prohibited Areas
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₹1,000
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Driving a Vehicle with Tinted Glass
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● First-time offence
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₹1,000
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● Repeat offence
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₹2,000
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Conclusion
Ranchi's traffic fines underscore the city's commitment to road safety and responsible driving. The substantial penalties serve as a reminder of the importance of following traffic rules. Drivers must stay informed about these fines, abide by traffic regulations, and prioritise road safety. Additionally, having the right car insurance is essential to ensure financial protection in accidents. Responsible driving and adherence to traffic rules help you avoid hefty fines and contribute to a safer and more orderly traffic environment in Ranchi.
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