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Hyderabad: Cyberabad Traffic Police booked 205 motorists for drunk driving during a special weekend enforcement drive conducted across the Cyberabad Police Commissionerate.
According to Cyberabad Traffic ADCP (Administration) G. Narender, the offenders included 177 two-wheeler riders, eight auto-rickshaw drivers and 20 car drivers. No heavy vehicle drivers were booked during the drive.
BAC levels of offenders
An analysis of the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels revealed that 174 motorists recorded alcohol levels between 36 mg/100 ml and 200 mg/100 ml.
Another 20 motorists had BAC levels ranging from 201 mg/100 ml to 300 mg/100 ml, while the remaining 11 recorded levels between 301 mg/100 ml and 550 mg/100 ml.
Police said all 205 offenders would be produced before the court for legal proceedings.
Police warn of strict action in fatal accidents
Traffic police reiterated that driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence and warned motorists against risking their lives and the safety of others.
Officials also cautioned that motorists who cause fatal accidents while driving under the influence could face charges under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, which deals with culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
The offence carries a maximum punishment of 10 years of imprisonment and a fine, subject to the circumstances and applicable legal provisions.
Courts dispose of 289 drunk-driving cases
Meanwhile, courts disposed of 289 drunk-driving cases between October 26 and 31.
Of these, 26 motorists were sentenced to fines and imprisonment, while two were directed to pay fines and perform social service. The remaining 261 motorists were imposed fines, traffic police officials said.
Cyberabad Traffic Police urged motorists not to drive after consuming alcohol and warned that violations would invite legal action.
