With a population of 30 million+, Delhi is reported to be the most populous city in India. Now that it’s such a populated city, the roads and lanes here are always bustling with traffic, making handling traffic a challenging task for the Delhi Traffic Police Department.
Read on to learn the new traffic rules in Delhi and the penalties you might need to pay for breaking those rules.
Traffic Rules & Fines in Delhi
This section outlines the new traffic rules in Delhi for four-wheeler and two-wheeler vehicles, along with penalties:
- It’s a must for the passengers inside the vehicle to wear a seatbelt.
- You should carry your vehicle and driver-related documents.
- You should always adhere to lane discipline and don’t jump signals.
- Don’t use a mobile phone or overspeed while driving.
- Two-wheelers shouldn’t have more than two people riding the vehicle.
- You must wear a helmet while riding a two-wheeler.
List of Traffic Fines in Delhi
Some penalties for violating the traffic laws in Delhi are listed below:
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Traffic Violations
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Penalty (in Rs)
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Driving/riding without a valid license
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5,000
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Driving/riding without valid insurance
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2,000 (4,000 for repeat offence)
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Overspeeding
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LMV: 2,000
MMV/HTV: 4,000
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Driving/riding without a valid registration certificate
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5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
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Driving without a seat belt
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1,000 or community service
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Conclusion
Traffic violators are at a higher risk of experiencing fatal accidents. These traffic rules and regulations in Delhi can help curb traffic violations and reduce the number of accidents. Also, a comprehensive car insurance policy will ensure complete peace of mind every time you take to the road.
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