Hyderabad: Cyberabad Police have announced a series of guidelines for the New Year festivities to ensure public safety. Police operating drunk & driving checks from 8 PM on December 31 throughout Cyberabad limits.
For public transportation, police asked cab, taxi, and auto-rickshaw operators, to follow traffic laws. Police asked drivers to wear uniforms and possess all necessary documentation while adhering to app booking protocols; refusal of rides booked through these services will result in a fine via e-challan.
The police encourage the public to report any issues they encounter, such as cancelled rides. Complaints should include the vehicle number, time, and location, and can be sent via WhatsApp to 9490617346.
Additionally, cab drivers are warned against behaving rudely towards passengers or charging excessively. Bar, pub, and club owners are reminded of their responsibility to ensure that patrons do not drive after consuming alcohol, with the potential for police action against establishments that fail to comply.
Police have installed special CCTV cameras along the roads to monitor violations, including driving on the wrong side, unauthorised parking, jumping signals, dangerous driving, and riding without a helmet.
