The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and the city traffic police have informed the Gujarat High Court about recent measures to improve traffic management, including stricter enforcement against violations, clearing encroachments, and tackling stray cattle. Over the last 20 days, Ahmedabad’s traffic department registered more than 2,00,000 cases and collected a record-breaking fine of over ₹13.21 crore!
City traffic authorities recorded 2,01,155 violations
Between February 27 and March 19, traffic authorities recorded 2,01,155 violations, including wrong-side driving, not wearing helmets, speeding, and using mobile phones while driving. The highest fine was collected for not wearing helmets, with 1,09,651 cases resulting in ₹5,48,25,500 in penalties. The second highest fines were for wrong-side driving, with 8,189 cases leading to a collection of ₹1,65,80,500. The third highest fines were imposed on reckless and overspeeding drivers, with 6,922 cases generating ₹1,59,90,900 in penalties.
More than 24,000 cases of parking violations resulted in ₹1,41,78,000 in fines. The Joint Police Commissioner (Traffic) reported that a total of ₹13.21 crore in fines was collected from offenders.
AMC stated in its report that 249 new traffic signals and 1,728 cat-eye reflectors were installed to improve road safety. Additionally, 241 stray cattle were impounded, and authorities carried out large-scale drives to remove illegal encroachments from roads and footpaths.
The High Court has been monitoring these developments since issuing directives in 2018. It requires AMC to submit status reports every two months. While the latest reports show progress, the court has emphasized the need for sustained improvements.
Knock Knock!
While many residents welcome stricter enforcement, concerns remain about road conditions and parking shortages. Authorities plan to increase surveillance, step up patrolling, and introduce automated traffic management systems. AMC has committed to ongoing action and regular updates.
