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Madhya Pradesh launches 10-day helmet and seat‑belt enforcement drive
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 30 Sep 2026, 10:01 PM
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The state government has begun a ten‑day operation to curb road fatalities by strictly enforcing helmet and seat‑belt rules.
Bhopal, Sept 30 — Madhya Pradesh authorities have kicked off a ten‑day special campaign aimed at reducing serious injuries and deaths on the roads. The initiative focuses on mandatory use of helmets for two‑wheelers and seat‑belts for four‑wheelers, with police instructed to intensify checks across the state.
Under the drive, traffic police will conduct regular spot inspections at high‑traffic locations and impose penalties on violators. The notice specifically mentions that repeat offenders will face stricter action, signalling a tougher stance against habitual non‑compliance.
State officials say the campaign is part of a broader effort to improve road safety statistics, which have shown a worrying rise in accident‑related casualties. By reinforcing existing traffic laws during this focused period, the government hopes to create a lasting behavioural shift among commuters.
The enforcement period will run for ten consecutive days, after which authorities will assess its impact and consider extending similar measures if needed.
Under the drive, traffic police will conduct regular spot inspections at high‑traffic locations and impose penalties on violators. The notice specifically mentions that repeat offenders will face stricter action, signalling a tougher stance against habitual non‑compliance.
State officials say the campaign is part of a broader effort to improve road safety statistics, which have shown a worrying rise in accident‑related casualties. By reinforcing existing traffic laws during this focused period, the government hopes to create a lasting behavioural shift among commuters.
The enforcement period will run for ten consecutive days, after which authorities will assess its impact and consider extending similar measures if needed.