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On November 16, 2025, Coimbatore traffic police detained 20 motorcycles with modified exhaust systems and fined their riders for violating noise pollution laws. The crackdown occurred during a road safety awareness rally organized as part of Coimbatore Vizha. Authorities instructed the motorists to replace the modified silencers and reclaim their vehicles after paying a fine. Violators can face fines, imprisonment, and license suspension under the Motor Vehicles Act.

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Coimbatore Police Crackdown on Modified Motorcycle Exhausts During Road Safety Rally

Coimbatore, India – November 16, 2025 – Coimbatore traffic police took action today, detaining 20 motorcycles equipped with modified exhaust systems and issuing fines to the riders. The crackdown occurred during a two-wheeler rally organized as part of the Coimbatore Vizha, ironically intended to promote road safety awareness.

According to Deputy Commissioner of Traffic Police S. Ashok Kumar, who inaugurated the rally, the motorcycles were confiscated due to illegal modifications designed to increase exhaust noise. Motorists were instructed to replace the modified silencers with original equipment and pay a fine to retrieve their vehicles.

Authorities stated that the riders, primarily owners of high-end motorcycles, were in violation of noise pollution regulations. “The exhaust noise has to be below 80 decibels, measured at two meters, for all motorcycles,” stated Deputy Commissioner Kumar. He also warned that such modifications can negatively impact engine performance and fuel efficiency.

Under Section 190 (2) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, those found guilty of noise pollution can face a fine of ₹10,000 or up to three months in jail. Transport Department sources also added that a violator’s driving license can be suspended for three months.

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