Traffic Rules and Traffic Violations in Delhi
Road rage is one of the main causes of accidents and undue trauma in our country today, and traffic police across the country are doing their best to combat this situation. With faith in the law – abiding citizens of the country, a great deal can be done towards the right direction of safety and well – being of the general public.
Knowledge of the important traffic rules and regulations is the responsibility of every citizen, regardless of whether they are in the driver’s seat or not. As the capital city of India, Delhi has numerous traffic rules and regulations in place to help combat the chronic traffic problem that prevails in the city, and it is our responsibility to adhere to these rules wholeheartedly.
Here are some of the most serious penalties that you should know about:
Driving Without Seat Belt
One of the primary safety precautions that must be taken whenever travelling in a car, the Delhi traffic rules stipulate a fine of Rs. 100, with the subsequent amount going up to Rs. 300 for this offence.
Driving Without Helmet
Those riding two wheelers must always wear their helmets, for their own safety more than anything else. Those who fail to do so in Delhi face a fine of Rs. 100, which subsequently goes up to Rs. 300.
Driving Without A License
A serious offence, this leads to a fine of Rs. 500 as stipulated by the traffic rules of Delhi.
Driving While Intoxicated
The standard rule of driving is known to be to not drink and drive, and those who fail to follow this rule face a court appearance, as the Delhi traffic police realize the seriousness of such a violation.
Driving While Talking On The Phone
A fine of Rs. 1,000, with subsequent fines doubling in amount, awaits those who fail to pay heed to this primary safety precaution, that everyone must be aware of.
All the fines are currently under question, as a new bill that is being debated has proposed increase in the amount of fines collected by almost ten times for every offence.
The current list of fines for the various offences in Delhi is as follows:
| S.No. | Offence | Fine Amount | Subsequent (Repeated Offences) Fine Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | One-way violation/Driving against the flow of traffic | 100/-& 184 MV Act 1000/- | 300/- & 2000 |
| 2 | Giving alms to beggars or buying articles from hackers/vendors at intersection | 100/- | 300/- |
| 3 | Smoking in the vehicle | 100/- | 300/- |
| 4 | Using horn in “NO HONKING ZONE” | 100/- | 300/- |
| 5 | Use of coloured light on motor | 100/- | 300/- |
| 6 | Vehicle giving out excessive smoke | 100/- | 300/- |
| 7 | Use of tinted glass in the car | 100/- | 300/- |
| 8 | Driving a vehicle without a working viper | 100/- | 300/- |
| 9 | Use of DVD screen in private cars | 100/- | 300/- |
| 10 | Driving without light after sunset | 100/- | 300/- |
| 11 | Using high beam | 100/- | 300/- |
| 12 | Violation of traffic signal | 100/- | 300/- |
| 13 | Violation of mandatory road signs | 100/- | 300/- |
| 14 | Driving without horn | 100/- | 300/- |
| 15 | Obstructive/Improper parking where police direction is indicated through a sign board of “No Parking” | 100/- | 300/- |
| 16 | Obstructive driving (Driving with an Extra Passenger on Driver Seat) | 100/- | 300/- |
| 17 | Triple riding on two wheeler | 100/- | 300/- |
| 18 | Driver/Pillion rider without helmet | 100/- | 300/- |
| 19 | Not using seat belts | 100/- | 300/- |
| 20 | Not displaying number Plate/Defective number plate/Fancy number plate | 100/- | 300/- |
| 21 | Permit holder/driver of contact carriage refuses to carry passengers | To court | to court |
| 22 | To drive a vehicle without license | 500/- | - |
| 23 | Allowing unauthorized person to drive vehicle | 1000/- | - |
| 24 | Driving a vehicle without registration | 5000/- | 10000/- |
| 25 | Driving a vehicle without valid permit | To court | To court |
| 26 | Driving a vehicle without insurance | To court | To court |
| 27 | Violation of directions of a police officer and misbehaviour with a police officer | 500/- | - |
| 28 | Driving above the speed limit | 400/- | 1000/- |
| 29 | Driving dangerously | 1000/- | 2000/- |
| 30 | Using mobile while driving a vehicle | 1000/- | 2000/- |
| 31 | Drive a vehicle after consuming intoxicants substances(narco-drugs), alcohol(violation of blood alcohol concentration over 3MG./100ML)etc. | To court | To court |
| 32 | Racing and over speeding (two wheelers) | 500/- | - |
| 33 | Air/noise pollution | 1000/- | 2000 |
For those who are found with their vehicles parked in illegal zones, the towing charges are as follows.
| S.No. | Vehicle Category | Charges |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two Wheeler/TSR | 100/- |
| 2 | Car/Jeep/Van | 200/- |
| 3 | Empty Truck (lifted or towed) | 300/- |
| 4 | Load Truck (Towed) | 400/- |
| 5 | Empty Medium/Light Motor Vehicle (lifted or towed) | 300/- |
| 6 | Loaded Medium/Light Motor Vehicle (towed) | 400/- |
| 7 | Bus | 400/- |
Rules that should be obeyed while driving a four-wheeler in Delhi:
- Do not drink and drive. Drunken driving is a dangerous situation, regardless of the fines it attracts. Numerous fatalities that could have easily been avoided have been recorded due to this act, and participating in it is extremely dangerous and irresponsible for any citizen.
- Carry all your documents. Driving an unregistered vehicle calls for a hefty fine, and you can be booked for this even if your vehicle is registered, if you do not have adequate proof. Keep all required documents with you at all times, and produce them whenever asked.
- Do not use your mobile while driving; it is not just a slight distraction, but can lead to possibly fatal consequences.
- Follow lane discipline and do not cut signals. A vast majority of traffic congestions can be reduced if the citizens follow the rules and signals in place properly.
- Wear your seat belt and do not park in non-demarcated zones.
Rules that should be obeyed while driving a two wheeler in Delhi:
- Carry all your documents. Driving an unregistered vehicle calls for a hefty fine, and you can be booked for this even if your vehicle is registered, if you do not have adequate proof. Keep all required documents with you at all times, and produce them whenever asked.
- Do not over speed or go drag racing, this can lead to fatal situations that could have easily been avoided.
- Follow lane discipline and do not cut signals. A vast majority of traffic congestions can be reduced if the citizens follow the rules and signals in place properly.
- Wear your helmet at all times, and do not take more than one passenger at a time on your vehicle.
