617 drunk-driving cases booked in Bengaluru during week-long special drive

The drive was carried out by traffic personnel from all 53 traffic police stations to curb traffic violations and improve road safety

Updated - November 02, 2026 12:10 pm IST - Bengaluru

Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) check vehicles in Bengaluru. A special enforcement drive was conducted across the city from October 26 to November 1, 2026. | Photo Credit: Photo for representation only

The Bengaluru Traffic Police registered 617 cases of drunk-driving and 179 cases of speeding during a week-long special enforcement drive conducted across the city from October 26 to November 1.

The drive was carried out by traffic personnel from all 53 traffic police stations to curb traffic violations and improve road safety.

According to the traffic police, a total of 38,034 vehicles were checked during the drive, resulting in 617 cases being registered against motorists for driving under the influence of alcohol.

In a separate crackdown on speeding, the police registered 179 cases and collected fines amounting to ₹1.79 lakh.

The traffic police said the special enforcement drive was aimed at deterring motorists from driving under the influence of alcohol and violating speed limits, which pose a serious threat to road safety.

The department said such drives would continue across Bengaluru in the coming days.

Published - November 02, 2026 12:01 pm IST

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