Around 40 percent of cases that Bengaluru Traffic Police (BTP) books is for helmet-less driving/pillion riding. Wrong parking and signal-jumping come next. With the revised fines, BTP is set to make crores of rupees every month from these offenders
Government agencies claim that it is difficult to recognise ISI helmets. Not wearing safe helmets costs the government and society, and consequences are not worth the effort to dodge it.
Helmet for pillion riders are a must – again! Starting January 12th, you need it if you want to travel in a two-wheeler in Bengaluru. Some frequently asked questions on the new rule.