Traffic Rules 2025 New Regulations Aim to Reduce Accidents
Traffic Rules
Governments around the world place a high premium on road safety, and with the implementation of Traffic Rules 2025, officials hope to lower accident rates, improve public safety, and impose harsher sanctions for infractions. Increased fines, more stringent oversight, and improved traffic law enforcement are some of the new regulations. This is all the information you require. 🚦
Key Changes in Traffic Rules 2025
1. Stricter Speed Limits
- In high-risk locations, such as residential and school zones, speed restrictions have been lowered.
- Strict penalties for speeding:
- Light vehicles: a fine of ₹2,000
- Heavy vehicles: a fine of ₹5,000
2. Higher Penalties for Drunk Driving
- First-time offenders face a fine of ₹10,000 and/or a license suspension of six months.
- Repeat offenders face a fine of ₹25,000 and license suspension.
- Breathalyzer testing are required at checkpoints.
3. No Fuel, No Helmet Rule
- Two-wheeler riders without helmets would not be given fuel at gas stations.
- The penalty for failing to wear a helmet has been raised to 1,500 naira.
4. E-Challan System Strengthened
- AI-powered surveillance and CCTV cameras will automatically identify infractions and send out e-challans.
- Notifications of fines will be sent to offenders via SMS or app.
- In order to prevent higher fines, online payment methods with a deadline were developed.
5. Using a phone while operating a motor vehicle
- Texting or talking while operating a motor vehicle causes:
- The first infraction carries a ₹5,000 fine.
- Repeat offenders face a fine of ₹10,000.
- Suspension of licenses for repeat offenders
6. Tougher Child Safety and Seatbelt Regulations
- Seatbelts are required for all passengers, including those in the back seats.
- ₹1,500 is the fine for not wearing a seatbelt.
- Children under the age of four must sit in child seats.
7. Guidelines for Zebra and Pedestrian Crossings
- There is a ₹2,000 punishment for not stopping for pedestrians at crosswalks.
- A pedestrian fine of ₹500 is imposed for jaywalking.
- increased traffic safety awareness programs.
8. Repeat Offenders' License Suspensions
- A six-month license suspension will result from three serious traffic infractions in a single year.
- License termination may result from repeated infractions.
9. Rules Regarding Towing and Parking Violations
- Metro areas now impose ₹3,000 fines for illegal parking.
- Cars parked in prohibited areas will be towed right away.
10. Vehicle Fitness and Pollution Control
- The penalty for not having a PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate is ₹5,000.
- Older cars that emit more pollutants will not be allowed in some places.
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How to Pay E-Challan Online?
The improved e-challan system has made it simpler to pay fines. Take these actions:
- Use the mParivahan app or go to the official Parivahan e-Challan website.
- Enter the number of your car or challan.
- Check the fine details and the offense.
- Select a payment option (credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI).
- After making the payment, keep the receipt.
