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Mumbai traffic police makes helmets mandatory for pillion riders

Mumbai traffic police makes helmets mandatory for pillion riders

At present, the traffic police impose a fine of Rs 500 on helmet-less riders or suspend their licenses. After 15 days, the same penalty will be imposed on pillion riders found without helmets, the official said.

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  • Updated May 25, 2022 3:29 PM IST
Mumbai traffic police makes helmets mandatory for pillion riders Mumbai traffic police makes helmets mandatory for pillion riders

The Mumbai traffic police on Wednesday issued a notification making helmets mandatory for pillion riders as well and warned of action against those who violate the rule. The rule will come into effect after 15 days, following which the traffic authorities will start taking action against violators, an official said.

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As per the notification, the traffic police have found that most two-wheeler riders in the city do not wear helmets and violate traffic norms.

At present, the traffic police impose a fine of Rs 500 on helmet-less riders or suspend their licenses. After 15 days, the same penalty will be imposed on pillion riders found without helmets, the official said.

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Published on: May 25, 2022 3:29 PM IST
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