Kathmandu Traffic Police Collect Rs 417,000 From Traffic Violations in 24 Hours

Traffic rule violations continue to remain alarmingly high across the Kathmandu Valley, with more than two thousand drivers booked by traffic police in just the last 24 hours. The latest enforcement figures reflect not only the growing pressure on the Valley’s road system, but also a continuing culture of negligence among motorists despite repeated warnings and intensified monitoring campaigns.

Traffic police say the violations range from drunk driving and reckless speeding to lane indiscipline, illegal parking, and unauthorized ride-sharing operations. The volume of cases recorded within a single day highlights the daily challenge faced by authorities trying to manage increasingly congested roads in the capital.

According to the Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police Office, a total of 2,029 drivers were penalized over the past 24 hours for breaching various traffic regulations. The enforcement drive generated Rs 417,000 in revenue for the state treasury.

Drunk Driving and Speeding Among Major Offences

Traffic police said 59 drivers were found operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol, while 208 motorists were penalized for overspeeding.

Another 132 drivers were booked for jumping traffic lights, a violation authorities say continues to pose serious risks at busy intersections throughout the Valley.

Illegal ride-sharing operations also remained a major concern, with 119 individuals facing action for operating against existing transport rules.

Lane Violations, Illegal Parking and One-Way Breaches Continue

The enforcement report further showed that 57 drivers were penalized for failing to follow lane discipline, while 94 motorists were booked for unnecessary horn use in restricted areas.

Traffic police also took action against 95 drivers for parking vehicles on footpaths, an issue that has increasingly affected pedestrian movement in several urban areas of Kathmandu.

Meanwhile, 126 motorists were caught driving on one-way roads in violation of traffic regulations.

Majority of Cases Fall Under Miscellaneous Violations

The largest share of action, however, came under various other traffic-related offences. Police said 1,139 drivers were penalized under different categories of rule violations recorded during routine inspections and monitoring operations.

Authorities say traffic checks and surveillance have been intensified as vehicle pressure across the Valley continues to rise. Traffic police have urged motorists to follow road safety rules, maintain disciplined driving behaviour, and avoid practices that put both drivers and pedestrians at risk.