The Pune traffic police have issued a final warning to vehicle owners with pending e-challan fines. Pay within 30 days of receiving notice or risk losing your driving licence and facing court proceedings. The city traffic branch has started sending official notices to defaulters starting Wednesday. Officials say a massive number of traffic fines remain unpaid across the city. Now they are cracking down hard.
Why Is Pune Police Cracking Down Now?
Many motorists ignore e-challan penalties after violations. This hurts road safety and enforcement efforts. The city traffic branch now sends official notices to force compliance. Additional Commissioner Manoj Patil leads the push. He wants better road discipline across Pune. Notices target owners with long-overdue fines.
What Happens After 30 Days?
The RTO, Pune suspends the driver’s license. Police forward proposals for this step. Courts handle legal cases against stubborn defaulters. Patil spelled it out clearly. “If the fine is not paid within 30 days of the notice, we will forward a proposal to suspend the driving licence to the RTO and initiate judicial proceedings wherever necessary,” he said. Cooperation saves everyone trouble.
How Will Owners Get These Notices?
Police send SMS from registered ID ‘MHPECH-G’. Messages go to the vehicle owner’s registered mobile number. The drive runs from February 26 to March 1. Beware of fakes outside this window. Police call any other message suspicious. Verify before acting.
Who Spoke for the Traffic Department?
Additional Commissioner of Police Manoj Patil addressed the issue. He noted repeat violators weaken safety rules. “We urge citizens to cooperate with the department and clear their pending dues promptly,” Patil added. His words stress urgency. The department tracks defaulters closely now.
Where Can Drivers Pay Fines?
Use the official Maharashtra Traffic e-Challan website at https://mahatrafficechallan.gov.in. The Pune Traffic Police mobile app works too. Visit nearest traffic division offices for in-person payments. Offices accept QR code, debit card, or credit card. All methods stay secure and quick.
When Does the Notice Drive End?
When wraps up this SMS campaign? It runs February 26 through March 1. Owners get 30 days from receipt date after that. Act fast to avoid license loss. Police aim for full compliance soon. Road safety improves with paid fines.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the deadline for pending e-challans?
A: Pay within 30 days of receiving the official notice. License suspension follows otherwise.
Q: Which SMS ID sends real notices?
A: Messages come from ‘MHPECH-G’ only. Others are suspicious.
Q: What does RTO do to defaulters?
A: The Regional Transport Office, Pune suspends driving licenses on police proposal.
Q: How do I pay my Pune e-challan?
A: Online via https://mahatrafficechallan.gov.in, PTP app, or traffic office with card/QR.
Q: Who warned about court action?
A: Additional Commissioner Manoj Patil stated police will pursue judicial proceedings.
