Bengaluru Police Launch Late-Night Anti-Tobacco Drive: 295 Fined, 40 Cases Filed for Public Smoking

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Bengaluru Police Crack Down: 295 Fined, 40 Cases in Late-Night Anti-Tobacco Drive

Bengaluru police conduct a special drive across the North Division, fining 295 people for smoking in prohibited public places.

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News18•08-03-2026, 10:44

Bengaluru Police Crack Down: 295 Fined, 40 Cases in Late-Night Anti-Tobacco Drive

•Bengaluru North Division Police conducted a late-night anti-tobacco enforcement drive on March 6-7.
•40 cases were registered and 295 individuals were fined for smoking in prohibited public places.
•The operation covered 13 police station jurisdictions, enforcing the COTPA Act, 2003.
•Police also inspected commercial establishments for illegal tobacco advertising displays.
•Authorities aim to strengthen compliance, protect public health, and will continue similar drives.

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