Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (TP)

Udupi, July 20: In a late-night operation on July 19, police under the Udupi subdivision conducted surprise vehicle checks at five different locations within the Manipal police station limits. The special drive, aimed at cracking down on traffic violations and drink-driving, was led by officers from various police units.

During the operation, a total of 21 vehicles, including 18 cars and 3 two-wheelers, were seized. The police identified multiple cases of drink-driving and registered cases against the violators under the Motor Vehicles Act. As per the law, each drink-driving offence will attract a minimum fine of Rs 10,000 imposed by the court.

Additionally, on-the-spot fines amounting to Rs 10,000 were levied on 10 vehicles involved in offences such as rash and negligent driving, disobeying police instructions, and triple riding on two-wheelers.

This operation was carried out under the directive of the Udupi Superintendent of Police, with the Udupi DySP and Manipal Police Inspector leading the enforcement. Officers from Udupi Town Police, Traffic Police, Malpe Police, and Manipal Police participated in the drive.

Authorities have confirmed that such enforcement operations will continue in the coming days, especially targeting drink-driving and reckless or over-speeding motorists.