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New Traffic Rules in Ahmedabad: List of Rules and Fines for Violations

Team AckoMar 7, 2024

Ahmedabad, the largest city of Gujarat, also serves as the state's economic hub. Being the centre of the state's economy, the city attracts people from all over the country resulting in more vehicles on the road, dense traffic and increased traffic violations. To tackle this, the authorities introduced updated traffic rules and fines in the city. Read on as we bring you all the details about the updated traffic rules in Ahmedabad, along with new violations and fines.

Contents

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Ahmedabad
New Traffic Rules in Ahmedabad
- Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Ahmedabad
- Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Ahmedabad
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Updated List of Traffic Violations and Fines in Ahmedabad

To legally drive or ride a vehicle in Ahmedabad, all vehicle owners/drivers must abide by the traffic rules and regulations. However, with an increase in vehicles on roads, the number of traffic violations and accidents is on the rise. To curb that, the Indian government passed The Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act 2019 on September 1, 2019. It brought stricter rules, new violations and increased fines to discourage traffic offences.

The authorities introduced the updated traffic rules in Ahmedabad on September 16, 2019. However, some changes were made to traffic fines as per the input from the authorities. The penalties for some of the violations came down, and for some, they remain unchanged,

The following table will provide the list of updated traffic rules in Ahmedabad, along with the violations and their respective fines.

Traffic violation	Vehicle type	Penalty (in Rs.)
Riding without a valid Driving Licence (DL)	Two-wheeler	2,000
Driving without a valid DL	Three-wheeler/four-wheeler	3,000
Riding without valid registration	Two-wheeler	1,000
Driving without valid registration	Three-wheeler	2,000
Driving without valid registration	Four-wheeler	3,000
Driving without valid registration	Other vehicles	5,000
Driving or riding without valid insurance	All vehicles	2,000 (4,000 for repeat offence)
Driving or riding under the influence of intoxicating substances	All vehicles	10,000 and/or 6 months of imprisonment (15,000 and/or 2 years of imprisonment for repeat offence)
A minor driving or riding a registered vehicle	All vehicles	25,000 and 3 years of imprisonment, vehicle deregistration, minor not eligible for DL until 25 years of age
Driving without wearing a seatbelt	Four-wheeler	500
Riding without wearing a helmet	Two-wheeler	500
Riding with more than two people (triple riding)	Two-wheeler	100
Using mobile phone while driving or riding	All vehicles	500 (1,000 for repeat offence)
Not giving way to emergency vehicles (ambulance, fire fighting vehicle, etc.)	All vehicles	1,000
Riding or driving at excessive speed	Two-wheeler/three-wheeler/tractor	1,500 (2,000 for repeat offence)
Driving at excessive speed	Four-wheeler (LMV)	2,000 (3,000 for repeat offence)
Driving at excessive speed	Other vehicles	4,000 (6 months of DL disqualification for repeat offence)
Allowing unauthorised person to ride a vehicle	Two-wheeler	2,000
Allowing unauthorised person to drive a vehicle	Four-wheeler/other vehicles	3,000
Not obeying the instructions from authority	All vehicles	1,000
Parking rules violations	All vehicles	500 (1,000 for repeat offence)
Driving or riding without documents (PUC certificate, permit, fitness certificate, etc.)	All vehicles	500 (1,000 for repeat offence)
Riding a vehicle after disqualification	Two-wheeler	2,000
Driving a vehicle after disqualification	Four-wheeler/other vehicles	3,000
Driving or riding dangerously	Two-wheeler/three-wheeler	1,500
Driving dangerously	Four-wheeler (LMV)	3,000
Driving dangerously	Other vehicles	5,000
Driving or riding in a physically/mentally unfit state	All vehicles	1,000 (2,000 for repeat offence)
Racing and trials of speed without permission from the authority	All vehicles	5,000 (10,000 for repeat offence)
Usage of horn in silent zones	All vehicles	1,000
Traffic signal related violations	All vehicles	1,000 to 5,000

New Traffic Rules in Ahmedabad

The new traffic rules in Ahmedabad came into effect as a measure to discourage traffic violations and reduce road accidents. The increase in traffic fines, new violations and stricter rules can make a difference in that regard. The following sections highlight the new traffic rules and regulations in Ahmedabad.

Traffic rules for four-wheeler drivers in Ahmedabad

Always wear a seatbelt when driving a four-wheeler. It can save you from fatal injuries in case of an accident. Disregarding this rule attracts traffic challan in Ahmedabad.
Never drive your vehicle under the influence of alcohol and any other intoxicating substances. It can lead to severe accidents and risk other road users' safety. Ignoring this rule can attract harsh penalties.
Do not drive over the speed limit, as it can lead to losing control of the vehicle, causing accidents. It is a severe offence and results in hefty traffic fines in Ahmedabad.
Do not use mobile phones/earphones while driving. It can cause distraction, leading to an accident. Flouting this rule can attract penalties.
Always carry the mandatory documents (vehicle and driver-related) while driving your vehicle. Failing to produce these documents when the authorities demand them can result in traffic fines.

Traffic rules for two-wheeler riders in Ahmedabad

Always wear a helmet while riding a two-wheeler. It can safeguard you from severe head injuries in case of a crash. Violating this rule can result in hefty traffic fines.
Never ride a two-wheeler with more than two people on board, including the rider. Overloading of two-wheelers can cause loss of control over the vehicle, leading to a crash. This particular traffic offence attracts harsh penalties.
Do not ride aggressively or be involved in road racing. It can be dangerous to you as well as other road users. Ignoring this rule results in heavy traffic fines in Ahmedabad.
Never use mobile phones/earphones while riding. It is one of the most common reasons for accidents. Disregarding this rule can result in harsh penalties.
Do not ride your two-wheeler without valid third-party insurance. Doing so is against the law and can result in hefty traffic fines in Ahmedabad.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most common questions and their answers related to traffic rules in Ahmedabad.

How can I check traffic fines in Ahmedabad?

You can visit the Ahmedabad City Police website to check traffic fines. You can do so by entering your vehicle number. Another option is to visit Parivahan’s e-Challan portal to check traffic challans in Ahmedabad. Alternatively, you can also download the ACKO app on your smartphone to check traffic fines.

Is there a traffic fine for using a hands-free device while driving my car?

Usage of any earphones/hands-free device while driving is a traffic offence. It can cause a distraction while driving. Hence, you may face traffic fines for doing so.

What is the fine for riding a two-wheeler without a helmet in Ahmedabad?

You must pay a penalty of Rs. 500 if the authorities find you riding a two-wheeler without wearing a helmet in Ahmedabad.

Do I need to carry all mandatory documents when driving my car in Ahmedabad?

Yes, you must possess all the mandatory documents when driving a vehicle. The authorities may stop you for an inspection, and at that time, you must be able to produce those documents. Failing to do so will incur traffic fines.

How can I pay pending traffic fines online in Ahmedabad?

Visit the official website of the Ahmedabad City Police or the Parivahan e-Challan portal to pay your pending traffic fines in Ahmedabad.

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Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is sourced from government websites and other platforms on the internet. They are subject to change depending on government notifications.