Navale Pool: Pune RTO Fines 824 Drivers ₹24 Lakh in 15 Days Amid Accident Surge

• Pune RTO intensified safety checks near Navale Bridge due to rising accidents, primarily caused by speeding and traffic rule violations.
• In 15 days, 824 vehicle owners were fined, collecting ₹24 lakh, between Khed Shivapur toll naka and Navale Bridge.
• Common violations included not wearing helmets/seat belts, expired insurance, using mobile phones while driving, and issues with vehicle fitness/lights.
• Other offenses like unauthorized modifications, triple riding, and illegal parking also led to fines and vehicle impoundments for serious breaches.
• The RTO stated the campaign will be stricter as driver negligence causes innocent deaths, urging citizens to strictly follow traffic rules.

Why It Matters: Navale Pool's strict RTO enforcement combats traffic violations to save lives.