TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR NEW YEAR CELEBRATIONS
Hyderabad, December 31
In anticipation of the New Year festivities on December 31, 2023, the Cyberabad Traffic Police has issued crucial restrictions and guidelines for public safety:
- Road Closures:
- Nehru Outer Ring Road closed for light motor vehicles (except those bound for the Airport) from 10 pm to 5 am.
- PVNR Express Way closed for vehicles (except those heading to the Airport) from 10 pm to 5 am.
- Several flyovers closed for all traffic and pedestrians from 11 pm to 5 am.
- Transport Operators’ Guidelines:
- Cabs/taxi/auto rickshaws must have drivers/operators in proper uniform with all necessary documents.
- Strict adherence to Section 178 of Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – refusal to hire may result in a Rs. 500/- penalty.
- Complaints regarding refusals can be reported via WhatsApp at 9490617346.
- Establishment Responsibilities:
- Bars/pubs/clubs must prevent drunk driving, educating patrons on consequences.
- Strict legal actions against establishments allowing intoxicated individuals to drive.
- General Public Instructions:
- Special cameras installed to detect violations; strict actions against offenders.
- Drunk driving checks starting from 8 PM; vehicles lacking documents may be temporarily impounded.
- Obey traffic laws; failure to do so may lead to legal consequences.
- Seizure of vehicles for minor driving or lacking a valid license; citizens responsible for further travel arrangements.
- Prohibition of high-decibel sound/music systems; vehicles violating this rule will be detained.
- Strict actions against overcrowding, rash driving, over speeding, and other violations.
- Consequences of Drunk Driving:
- Drunk driving cases under Section 185 of Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, will be filed.
- Penalties include Rs. 10,000 fine and/or imprisonment up to 6 months for the first offense.
- Rs. 15,000 fine and/or imprisonment up to 2 years for subsequent offenses.
- Driving licenses will be seized and sent to RTOs for suspension; subsequent offenses lead to permanent revocation.
- Accidents caused by drunk driving may result in criminal charges under IPC Section 304 part-II (Culpable homicide not amounting to murder).
