Kathmandu, February 1
The Traffic Police has taken action against 39,272 people for drink driving in the last six months in the country. During the period, 242 people were also found driving under the influence of drugs.
Traffic Police say 18,627 people were punished for drink driving in the Kathmandu Valley, 2,524 in the Koshi Province, 2,021 in Madhesh Province, 1,098 in Bagmati Province (expect Kathmandu), 8,923 in Gandaki Province, 2,773 in Lumbini Province, 1,264 in Karnali Province, and 2,042 in Sudurpaschim Province.
Traffic Police report also stated 81 people in Kathmandu Valley, 28 in Koshi Province, 88 in Gandaki Province, 20 in Lumbini Province and 25 in Sudurpaschim Province were penalised for driving under the influence of drugs.
Nepal Police Central Spokesperson and DIG Bhim Prasad Dhakal said that Rs 40 million was collected in revenue from the fine imposed on the traffic violators. He said that priority had been given to checking drivers for alcohol and drug consumption to ensure the safety of passengers, vehicles and the road.
Statistics show that the tendency to drive under the influence of alcohol especially during long-distance journeys leads to sudden and serious accidents. Low presence of traffic police and areas with limited access to CCTV are found with more traffic violators.
