Kerala Police Detects Over 51,000 Helmet Violations in Statewide Drive

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Police has reported detecting 51,604 traffic violations during a week-long statewide enforcement drive targeting two-wheeler riders who does not use helmet.

According to official figures, fines amounting to ₹2,70,51,150 were collected in connection with these cases.

A total of 1,13,011 two-wheelers were inspected as part of the special drive titled ‘Helmet On – Safe Ride’, conducted across the state. The initiative was organized by the Traffic and Road Safety Management Wing with the dual aim of raising public awareness about helmet use and reducing road accidents.

Police officials noted that a significant proportion of fatalities in two-wheeler accidents occur due to riders not wearing helmets at the time of the crash.

In view of the findings, highway patrol units have been directed to continue strict enforcement in the coming days, with tougher action against repeat offenders.

The drive was carried out under the supervision of zonal traffic SPs, based on directives from the Inspector General of the Traffic and Road Safety Management Wing, in coordination with district traffic nodal officers.

Members of the public can also report traffic violations via the ‘Subhayatra’ WhatsApp number: 9747001099.