Newly-appointed Mumbai Police Commissioner Sanjay Pandey on Tuesday said the city police have removed 226 abandoned vehicles and registered 36 cases for wrong side driving.
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He also thanked Mumbaikars for their support of the police's efforts. "Our efforts yesterday #removekhatara had 226 removed. #wrongsidedriving, driving enthusiasts saw 36 cases registered. Look forward to more work today and hope #bikers take note," Pandey tweeted.
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The city police on Monday also penalised 563 people for wrong side entry on one-way roads, 2,047 people were fined for violating parking norms, while 658 people were caught driving cars without wearing the seat belt, an official said.
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Besides, 2,864 two-wheeler riders were penalised for not wearing a helmet and seven motorists, including auto-rickshaw drivers, faced action for driving without a permit, he said.Â
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Several citizens lauded the police's steps and also made certain suggestions. Pandey had last week sought suggestions from Mumbaikars on the towing of vehicles by traffic police.
With PTI inputs.
