India, Nov. 5 -- The Maharashtra government's decision to offer transporters a one-time concession of up to 20% on pending traffic fines under the Maharashtra Traffic Police Challan Amnesty Scheme 2026 has drawn opposition from transport organisations across the state, with transporters demanding a blanket 50% waiver on outstanding e-challan penalties. According to them, the concession announced by the state government is insufficient to provide meaningful relief to vehicle owners and the transport sector.

The Maharashtra cabinet Wednesday approved the amnesty scheme under which, vehicle owners will be able to settle their pending traffic fines by paying the outstanding amount after receiving a one-time concession of up to 20%. The initi...