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Summary:
The Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) in Kochi, India, has launched a major crackdown on reckless driving by private buses. In an eight-day period (October 25 – November 1, 2025), 737 cases were registered against bus operators and staff for offenses like drunk driving (though rare), dangerous driving, unauthorized parking, deviation from routes, and operating with open doors. The operation, supported by police and volunteers, has resulted in the cancellation of fitness certificates for at least eight buses. The goal is to improve driver behavior, enforce regulations, and ensure passenger safety. The extensive drive will continue until November 15, 2025, with a detailed report being submitted to the Regional Transport Authority.
News Article:
Kochi Buses Face Sweeping Crackdown: MVD Nets 737 Violations in Eight Days
KOCHI, India – November 2, 2025 – A major operation targeting reckless driving by private buses in Kochi has resulted in the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) registering a staggering 737 cases against bus operators and staff in just eight days. The crackdown, which began on October 25th, aims to curb rash and negligent driving, ensure passenger safety, and bring discipline to the city’s private bus sector.
The MVD, supported by local police and volunteers, has been actively monitoring bus routes and enforcing traffic laws. Violations recorded include dangerous driving, unauthorized parking, deviation from permitted routes, and operating buses with doors left open. While one case of alleged drunk driving was reported, at least 11 drivers were booked for dangerous driving. Fitness certificates of at least eight buses have been cancelled in the process.
“This is the first time such an extensive drive is being conducted,” said a source at the Regional Transport Office, Ernakulam. “The focus is on correcting the behavioral issues of bus staff and ensuring lasting change.”
The operation, which includes officials from the MVD in Idukki and Kottayam, along with volunteers from the National Service Scheme, will continue until November 15th. A detailed report on the operation will be prepared and submitted to the Regional Transport Authority. Commuters are encouraged to report any instances of reckless driving to the MVD.
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