Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police have stepped up roadside checks and penalised 1,151 vehicles and drivers in the last 24 hours for breaking traffic rules.
According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, the figures were recorded up to 6 am on Saun 9. Officials say the drive is part of a regular campaign to improve road safety and bring down the growing number of accidents in the Valley.
What offences were punished?
Most drivers faced action for general traffic violations such as improper parking, missing documents and not following basic rules.
- 737 drivers were booked for other various traffic offences (general rule violations).
- 113 drivers were caught for over-speeding, driving faster than the permitted limit.
- 87 drivers were penalised for drink-driving (māpase).
- 87 drivers were charged for lane discipline violations, such as changing lanes without indicators or not staying in the proper lane.
- 34 drivers were fined for ignoring one-way (one-way/one-direction) rules.
- 32 drivers crossed red traffic lights.
- 33 drivers were punished for unnecessary or loud horn use, especially in no-horn zones.
- 21 vehicles were found not roadworthy, meaning their condition was not safe for the road.
- 7 vehicles faced action due to mechanical issues, such as faulty brakes or other critical defects.
Why this matters for vehicle owners and drivers
For vehicle users in Kathmandu and nearby areas, these numbers show that traffic checks on key city and highway routes are getting stricter.
- You are more likely to be stopped for speed, alcohol use and lane discipline.
- Vehicles in poor condition, without proper maintenance, can be stopped and fined.
- Misuse of horns and running red lights are now being closely monitored.
Traffic Police say they are running regular monitoring and enforcement campaigns to make roads safer and reduce accidents. Drivers and riders are urged to follow speed limits, avoid alcohol before driving, respect lane markings and traffic lights, and keep their vehicles properly maintained.
For auto owners and buyers, this stronger enforcement means it is more important to:
- Keep vehicle documents (license, bluebook, insurance) updated and with you.
- Ensure lights, brakes, tyres and indicators are in good condition.
- Drive within posted speed limits, especially on wider city roads and ring roads.
Police have again requested all road users to follow traffic rules for their own safety and for others on the road.
Written and analysed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor at Nepal AutoMart, from ongoing tracking of the Nepal automotive market.
