Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Traffic Police caught 328 motorists driving under the influence of alcohol during a special enforcement drive conducted on October 30 and 31.
According to the traffic police, two-wheeler riders accounted for the majority of offenders, with 280 cases. Another 18 motorists were driving three-wheelers, while 30 were operating four-wheelers and other vehicles.
BAC Levels Recorded Among Offenders
The breathalyser tests showed varying levels of alcohol concentration among those caught during the drive.
The recorded Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels were:
30–50 mg/100 ml: 69 motorists
51–100 mg/100 ml: 141 motorists
101–150 mg/100 ml: 61 motorists
151–200 mg/100 ml: 35 motorists
201–250 mg/100 ml: 12 motorists
251–300 mg/100 ml: 3 motorists
301 mg/100 ml and above: 7 motorists
The highest number of offenders, 141, recorded BAC levels between 51 and 100 mg per 100 ml of blood.
Legal Action Against Drunk Driving
Under the Motor Vehicles Act, the permissible alcohol limit for driving in India is 30 mg per 100 ml of blood. Motorists exceeding the prescribed limit can face legal action.
Drunk driving offences can attract penalties under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, including fines and imprisonment as provided by law. In cases involving fatal accidents, more serious criminal provisions may apply depending on the circumstances and evidence.
The traffic police continue to conduct enforcement drives to discourage drunk driving and reduce the risk of road accidents.
