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In today's era, the number of vehicles on the roads is increasing rapidly. With this increasing number, the violation of traffic rules is also increasing. Violation of these rules becomes the main cause of road accidents and due to this there is a lot of loss of life and property. Traffic challan is a means of punishing those who violate traffic rules. Its purpose is to motivate people to follow road safety rules and make the roads safe for everyone. Let us give you today the types of traffic challan and methods of payment as well as punishment and other important information.
Types of traffic challan
There are two types of traffic challans. E-challan is a challan issued electronically. It can be issued by scanning the vehicle's number plate with high-tech cameras or manually by the traffic police. On the other hand, paper challan is a traditional challan, which is issued manually by the traffic police.
How to pay traffic challan?
You can pay traffic challan online or offline. Online challan can be paid through various online portals, mobile apps, and banking websites. Whereas, offline challan can be paid by cash or cheque at any bank branch or traffic police office.
What is the punishment for breaking traffic rules?
There can be many types of punishments for violating traffic rules. For example, breaking the red light, driving in the wrong direction, not wearing a seat belt, driving without a helmet, overspeeding and parking at the wrong place, the fine can range from Rs 100 to Rs 5000. At the same time, in case of serious violations, the fine can range from Rs 5000 to Rs 10,000. If someone dies in an accident, the fine can be even higher. In serious cases of breaking traffic rules, there can also be jail. Along with this, the driving license can be suspended or cancelled, the vehicle can be confiscated or there can be a loss of insurance claim.
Benefits of Traffic Challan
Traffic challans motivate people to follow road safety rules, which reduces road accidents. This also improves the traffic system and increases revenue.
Challenges related to traffic challan
There is still a lack of awareness among people, so many people are not aware of traffic rules and the challan process. The e-challan system sometimes has technical glitches, causing trouble to people. In some cases, traffic policemen take bribes to cancel the challan. Overall, it can be said that traffic challans are an important means of ensuring road safety.
