Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana, is growing to be the centre of the technology industry. Such development has also increased the influx of people from across the state and the whole country. As a result, the number of vehicles on the road has increased overall.

With the increasing number of vehicles, the number of accidents is also increasing. According to a report by Hyderabad Traffic Police, in 2022 alone, there were 210 people killed and 1445 people injured in road accidents. Traffic fines in Hyderabad, however, immensely contribute to decreasing the number of such incidents.

As a citizen following traffic rules means ensuring the safety of oneself and others. Apart from keeping one out of harm's way, it would also mean that one does not have to pay any fine or serve jail time if he or she abides by the rules.

Here are some rules that vehicle drivers or owners should abide by:

• One should carry a driving licence and registration certificate at all times. If one has a learner's licence, he or she should have someone by their side with a permanent driving licence.
• An owner of a vehicle should check its policy expiry date and should not miss renewing it.
• Generally, it is enough to produce a soft copy of a driving licence, however, one should have at least a hard copy of the vehicle insurance.
• One has to make sure everyone at the front of the car has their seatbelts on.
• The driver and the pillion in a two-wheeler have to wear helmets while driving.
• No one should try to bribe an official, as it can lead to a higher fine.
• A driver should never engage in racing and should always strictly maintain the speed limit.

Abiding by the traffic rules is equally important in each state of India instead of having different congestion levels. If one has any queries regarding the traffic rules and penalties he or she can visit the official website of the Hyderabad Traffic Police.

Have Traffic Fines Been Reduced in Hyderabad?

According to a 2022 report, the traffic police announced a discount on Hyderabad traffic fine payments. However, it applies only to vehicles registered with the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation.

The decision of providing a discount was mainly due to a discovery of a massive backlog of 600 crore challans and the hardships the commuters faced during the Covid-19 pandemic. 

However, a recent report says, Hyderabad Traffic Police has increased the fines to prevent more people from violating traffic rules.

Important Points to Consider as a Citizen

Consider a few aspects that can save you from hefty fines and accidents. This includes driving or riding within the set speed limit and carrying insurance and registration documents while driving. Moreover, avoid loading your vehicle above the specified limit as this may result in legal repercussions.

So, make sure your driving licence is valid, your car/bike is properly insured and be careful on the roads to avoid paying these fines!