Ludhiana, Nov. 8 -- As many as 600 motorists were challaned for violating traffic norms, such as ignoring traffic signals, disregarding stop-line and driving on wrong side, on Friday, police officials said. The move was aimed at strengthening road safety and enforcing traffic discipline across the city, the police stated.

During the enforcement drive, multiple checkpoints were established at prominent intersections throughout the city. Offenders involved in jumping red lights, crossing stop lines and driving against the flow of traffic were penalised. Police officials emphasised that such reckless behavior endangers not only the offenders themselves but also other road users.

On Thursday, as many as 500 vehicle owners were issued challa...