Deoghar Transport Department Fines 15 Vehicles ?52,000 in Safety Drive

The District Transport Department conducted a special vehicle inspection drive near St Francis School on Thursday to enforce traffic regulations and strengthen road safety measures.

The drive, carried out under the directions of the Deputy Commissioner and led by District Transport Officer Vijay Kumar, identified 15 vehicles violating traffic rules. Fines totalling ?52,000 were collected on the spot, while several drivers were issued warnings.

The inspection team included Motor Vehicle Inspector Amit Kumar, Road Safety Manager Shiv Kumar and other transport department personnel. The officials examined school buses, vans and other commercial vehicles, checking their documents, fitness certificates and compliance with regulations on overloading.

Challans were issued against vehicles found with violations or deficiencies. The team also instructed drivers and school managements to ensure that vehicles have valid documents, follow prescribed speed limits and comply strictly with road safety guidelines.

Officials emphasised that the safety of schoolchildren remained a top priority and warned that violations of transport regulations would not be tolerated. They urged vehicle operators and school authorities to take the necessary precautions to ensure safe transportation and prevent road accidents.