Pune traffic police book 2,649 triple-seat riders in two-day drive

A police officer stops a triple-seat rider during a special enforcement drive in Pune. Pic/By Special Arrangement

Following directives from Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, the Pune traffic police, along with the Pune police, conducted a joint drive against triple-seat riding across the city on February 12 and 13, 2026, under the supervision of senior officers from the East Regional Division.

Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Himmat Jadhav said, "2649 triple-seat riders were booked during the drive". Of these, 988 vehicles were seized, while 2137 offenders paid fines on the spot, collecting Rs 21.37 lakh. Another 13,308 challans were issued for assorted violations.

Earlier drive

In a separate enforcement drive starting February 10, police booked 2329 triple-seat riders, seized 1380 vehicles, and collected Rs 43.52 lakh in fines. Action was also initiated against 10,875 other violators.

Safety focus

More than 1000 offenders were counselled at Shivajinagar headquarters, where DCP Jadhav highlighted legal provisions and accident risks linked to unsafe riding.

What's next?

DCP Jadhav said similar enforcement drives and awareness programmes will continue to curb repeat offences.

Objective of the special drive

The drive aimed to improve road safety, reduce two-wheeler accidents, and strictly enforce helmet and seating norms.

How the net was cast

>> Simultaneous nakabandis across the city
>> Surprise checks at key junctions
>> Joint deployment of 30 traffic divisions
>> Support from 44 police stations
>> Surveillance systems used to track violations

Rs 21.37 lakh
Amount collected in fines during the drive in Pune