Hyderabad Police Issue Strict New Year's Eve Warning: No Fare Refusals, No Drunk Driving

• Hyderabad Police warn cab/auto drivers against fare refusals or excess charges on New Year's Eve, threatening action under Section 178(3)(b) of the Motor Vehicles Act.
• Commissioner VC Sajjanar issued the directive via social media, emphasizing zero tolerance for violations.
• Public can report incidents of fare refusal with vehicle details, time, location, and screenshot to WhatsApp [phone].
• Police also issued a stern warning against drunk driving, mocking attempts to cite imaginary laws like Sections 123 and 567.
• Drunk driving checks are described as a "Chakravyuh," with the exit leading to Chanchalguda jail, not home.

Why It Matters: Hyderabad Police enforce strict rules for New Year's Eve: no fare refusals, zero tolerance for drunk driving.