India, April 7 -- Panchkula The district traffic police on Monday cracked down on reckless driving after booking two motorists for performing dangerous stunts on a busy road. The drivers of a BMW and a Maruti Swift were issued hefty challans for allegedly flouting traffic rules, leaning out of car windows, and indulging in hooliganism.

The incident came to light around 11 am when DCP (traffic and crime) Amarinder Singh was passing by in his official vehicle near the Command Hospital. He noticed both drivers engaging in risky behaviour that posed a threat to public safety.

When signalled to stop, the drivers tried to flee instead of complying. Acting promptly, the DCP, along with his driver, chased the vehicles, blocked their path, and a...