LUCKNOW, March 13 -- Stricter action for traffic violations is on the cards as the Centre's revised challan rules are set to be implemented in Uttar Pradesh soon. Under the new provisions, vehicle owners will have to deposit 50% of the challan amount if they wish to challenge a traffic ticket in court.

Officials in Lucknow said the changes, introduced through amendments to the Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, by the ministry of road transport and Highways, aim to strengthen enforcement and prevent habitual offenders from continuing to drive despite repeated violations. The transport department in UP is preparing to integrate the new system into the existing e-challan framework.

Shorter challan timeline

The rules also introduce a more time-b...