Shimla, April 1 -- The Himachal Pradesh Assembly introduced the Shimla Road Users and Pedestrians (Public Safety and Convenience) Amendment Bill, 2026 unveiling a sharp increase in penalties to curb unauthorised vehicular movement on sealed and restricted roads in the state capital.
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who holds the portfolio of Finance, proposed the amendment, significantly enhancing the penal framework under the 2007 Act, reflecting the government's intent to deter violations and restore the pedestrian-centric character of key areas such as the Mall Road.
As per the Bill, driving a vehicle without a valid pass on restricted roads would now attract a fine of Rs 5,000, while unauthorised movement on sealed roads-where v...