Kulgam, July 19 (JKNS): In a sweeping district-wide enforcement drive, the Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Kulgam on Friday issued 174 challans, seized 30 vehicles, and imposed fines worth ₹1.65 lakh as part of a major crackdown against traffic rule violations.
Assistant Regional Transport Office Kulgam carried out a district-wide crackdown against vehicle law violators on the instructions of the Secretary to the Government Transport Department, Sh. Naveen SL (IAS), Transport Commissioner J&K, Sh. Vishesh Mahajan, and RTO Kashmir, Sh. Irfan Qazi.
Supervised by ARTO Kulgam Dr. Showkat Ahmad Bhat (JKAS), and executed with the support of Motor Vehicle Inspectors Shahid Cherag and Mushtaq Ganai, and Motor Vehicle Traffic Assistants Rakesh Raina, Suhail Wani, and Shabir Dar, the operation saw rigorous checks on more than 300 vehicles in strategic locations across the district.
Authorities reported a sweeping set of actions including 174 challans issued for various compliance infractions, resulting in anticipated fines amounting to approximately ₹1.65 lakh, 30 vehicles seized and impounded for lacking valid documents, 14 drivers served with suspension notices for their driving licences following repeated or major violations, 43 vehicles blacklisted due to expired or fraudulent documentation and 12 vehicles given notices for route permit suspension.
Speaking on the drive, Dr. Showkat Ahmad Bhat emphasized that such actions are essential not just for penalizing offenses, but also for reinforcing a culture of responsibility and safety on the roads. Officials noted that in addition to the financial penalties and seizures, the enforcement aims to send an unequivocal message to habitual violators and those flouting the law.
The ARTO Kulgam enforcement squad reaffirmed its commitment to continued vigilance and strict enforcement in the coming months and appealed to the public to keep their vehicle documents updated and strictly adhere to all traffic rules.
The sustained efforts, authorities say, are geared towards ensuring safer travel and greater compliance for the benefit of all road users. (JKNS)
