Traffic Rules : A big update has emerged for two-wheeler riders across India. The recent changes in traffic rules have caught the attention of millions of bikers. Until now, those caught riding without a helmet had to pay a heavy fine, but under the new rules, certain conditions have modified this process. The government’s new measures aim not only to enhance road safety but also to make the traffic system smarter and more transparent.
What does the new rule say?
According to the latest update from the Transport Department, the process of issuing fines for riding without a helmet has now been upgraded technologically. This means that instead of being fined on the spot, challans (penalty slips) will now be issued through an e-challan system using camera-based monitoring.
If traffic cameras are installed in a particular area, any rider caught without a helmet will automatically have an e-challan generated against them. However, this doesn’t mean that riding without a helmet will go unpunished — it simply means the process will now be automated and digitally recorded.
Helmet remains mandatory
Even though the process of issuing fines has changed, wearing a helmet is still mandatory. Under the road safety law, both the rider and the pillion passenger must wear helmets.
If a person is caught riding without a helmet in an area not covered by surveillance cameras, traffic police officers are still authorized to issue a manual challan on the spot.
CCTV cameras will now decide your challan
Many states have now installed high-tech AI-enabled traffic cameras capable of detecting violations such as not wearing a helmet, not wearing a seat belt, or talking on a mobile phone while driving. These cameras scan the vehicle’s license plate and automatically generate an e-challan, eliminating the possibility of bribery, disputes, or incorrect fines.
States where the new system has been implemented
Cities such as Delhi, Lucknow, Bhopal, Pune, Jaipur, and Ahmedabad already have active camera-based e-challan systems. Now, this system is being extended to smaller cities and highways to ensure stricter enforcement of helmet laws and other traffic regulations.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the latest updates from government transport departments and media reports. Final rules or amendments will be implemented according to official notifications from respective state governments. Before making any decisions, please verify the information through official sources.
