Hyderabad: Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 308 motorists during a special enforcement drive targeting mobile phone use while driving on April 2.
Officials said teams focused on curbing distracted driving across key stretches in the city. Among those caught, 262 were two-wheeler riders, three were three-wheeler drivers, and 43 were driving four-wheelers and other vehicles.
Police said using phones while driving posed a serious risk to road safety. It reduced reaction time and impaired judgment, which increased the chances of accidents.
Mobile phone use while driving is under strict enforcement
Further, officials said such violations endangered not only the offenders but also other commuters. Therefore, teams intensified checks to prevent risky behaviour on roads.
Meanwhile, Hyderabad Traffic Police said they would continue strict enforcement with a zero-tolerance approach. Regular drives will be conducted to curb violations and improve compliance.
In addition, police urged citizens to follow traffic rules and avoid distractions while driving. They advised motorists to prioritise safety and remain alert on roads.
Officials said consistent enforcement would help reduce accidents and improve overall traffic discipline in the city.
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