Hyderabad Drunken Driving Crackdown: Daytime Drive at IS Sadan & DMRL Junctions, 27 Sent to Jail
Hyderabad Santoshnagar Traffic Police conduct daytime drunken driving checks at IS Sadan and DMRL Junctions. 27 violators jailed, strict court action continues.
Following the strategic directives of the Jt. CP Traffic and DCP Traffic, the Santoshnagar Traffic Police conducted surprise drunken driving (DD) enforcement drives during the daytime at IS Sadan Junction and DMRL Junction.
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The drive focused on identifying offenders and ensuring road safety, with strict legal action being taken and violators produced before the Hon’ble Court. The enforcement and monitoring process is ongoing under Hyderabad Traffic Police supervision.
Focus on High-Risk Vehicles in Drunken Driving Checks
As part of the drive, enforcement teams placed special priority on inspecting:
- Drivers of water tankers
- School buses
- School autos
- Ambulances
The objective was to ensure the safety of students and commuters by removing impaired drivers from the road.
Hyderabad Traffic Police Expands Daytime Drunken Driving Enforcement
The Santoshnagar Traffic Police highlighted that:
- Drunken driving checks are now being conducted during daylight hours
- Inspections are being carried out at all major junctions across Hyderabad
- This marks an expansion beyond traditional night-time checks
Strict Legal Action and Jail Sentences for Violators
Authorities confirmed that:
- All individuals found driving under the influence of alcohol are being produced before the Hon’ble Court
- The judiciary is awarding prison sentences ranging from 2 days to 15 days
Current Year Statistics:
- 27 violators have been convicted and sent to jail for drunken driving offences within this jurisdiction
Inspector Mohammad Asif Issues Strong Warning
Inspector Mohammad Asif, Inspector of Police, Santoshnagar Traffic PS, stated:
- Drunken driving is a grave threat to public safety
- Police will maintain zero tolerance towards such violations
- Motorists must follow traffic rules and act responsibly
He urged the public to ensure accident-free roads by avoiding drunk driving.
The Santoshnagar Traffic Police drunken driving enforcement drive on May 2, 2026, in Hyderabad at IS Sadan Junction and DMRL Junction, has intensified action against offenders, with 27 violators already jailed and strict court action including 2 to 15 days imprisonment. Under the supervision of Jt. CP Traffic and DCP Traffic, the daytime enforcement and zero-tolerance policy remain ongoing to ensure public safety.
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