Mangaluru ranks second in Karnataka for high beam violations

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, August 5, 2024: Mangaluru has become the second-highest city in Karnataka for high beam violations, recording 1,365 cases since enforcement began in July. This initiative is part of a statewide crackdown on high beam usage, leading to a total of 28,620 violations.

The crackdown aims to prevent accidents caused by the sudden blindness from high-intensity lights during nighttime driving. Alok Kumar, ADGP of Karnataka, emphasized that high beam lights are a significant factor in head-on collisions at night.

Bengaluru tops the list with 9,046 violations, while other cities with notable numbers include Raichur (1,178 cases), Hubballi-Dharwad (1,096 cases), and Vijayanagara (1,342 cases). In contrast, Mandya and Mysuru reported significantly lower numbers, with just 21 and 22 violations, respectively.

Each violation incurs a fine of Rs 500. This crackdown is part of a broader effort to enhance road safety and reduce nighttime driving accidents.