A driver who performed stunts in a modified Thar at the Sector 5 Dussehra ground in Panchkula has been fined Rs 22,500. The Panchkula traffic police traced the driver and issued the challan for multiple traffic violations. The vehicle was also impounded and taken to the police station.
The incident took place two to three days before the action, when the driver was allegedly seen performing stunts in the modified SUV at the Dussehra ground. Police acted on information about the stunt and tracked down the driver.
Panchkula Traffic Police Issue Rs 22,500 Challan for Dangerous Thar Stunt
DCP (Crime and Traffic) Amrinder Singh said the challan was issued by City Traffic Police Station SHO Varinder Kumar. The fine covered various traffic violations linked to the dangerous driving.
The vehicle, a modified Thar, was seized during the action. Police took it to the police station after impounding it.
Driver Admits Mistake, Apologises to Youngsters
During the police action, the driver admitted his mistake. He apologised for the stunt and appealed to other youngsters to stay away from such dangerous stunts.
To put it plainly, the case shows how a short stunt in a public ground can lead to a heavy fine and the loss of the vehicle for the driver. The Dussehra ground is a public space, and performing stunts there puts other people at risk.
Our Take: Stunts in Public Grounds Are Not Worth the Cost
In our view, the Rs 22,500 challan and the impounding of the Thar send a clear message. Public grounds are not racing tracks. A driver who performs stunts in a crowded or open public space risks the safety of everyone around, and the police are right to act firmly.
The driver's own apology, in which he asked other youngsters to avoid such stunts, is the most useful part of this story. It is a direct warning from someone who has just paid a heavy price. Young drivers who see modified SUVs as a way to show off should take note: the fun lasts a few seconds, but the challan and the seized vehicle stay with you much longer.
For readers in Panchkula, the lesson is simple. If you drive dangerously in a public place, the traffic police can trace you, fine you, and take your vehicle. The Sector 5 Dussehra ground case proves they are watching.
