Sravan opposes auto-debit of traffic challans, calls proposal unconstitutional

Hyderabad: BRS leader and MLC Dasoju Sravan opposed the proposed traffic challan auto-debit system and called it an infringement of citizens’ fundamental rights.

Sravan demanded that the government withdraw the proposal immediately. He also called for lawful procedures that protect citizens’ privacy and property rights.

According to Sravan, a traffic challan represents an allegation. Therefore, citizens must have an opportunity to explain their position, contest the challan or appeal against it before authorities take coercive recovery measures.

He further argued that banks cannot debit customers’ accounts without explicit consent or a judicial directive. He cited RBI regulations and banking laws in support of his position.

Traffic challan auto-debit raises legal and privacy concerns

Sravan said banking falls under the Union List. Consequently, he argued that a State government could not unilaterally impose an automatic debit mechanism on bank accounts.

He also warned that such a system could affect the relationship between banks and their customers. In his view, automatic deductions could weaken public confidence in the banking system.

Furthermore, Sravan raised concerns over constitutional protections under Articles 21 and 300A. He said automatic recovery could affect citizens’ privacy and property rights.

The BRS leader therefore asked the government to abandon the proposed system. Instead, he called for recovery through established legal procedures.

Sravan also insisted that authorities respect citizens’ right to challenge traffic challans before making any coercive recovery.

He reiterated that the government should protect privacy and property rights while dealing with traffic violations.