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Chennai traffic police extend e‑challan desks after motorist amasses 165 unpaid tickets
The GCTP has made its temporary e‑challan desks a permanent monthly fixture following a high‑profile case of non‑payment.
By Felo News Desk · Published
A 45‑year‑old driver in Chennai accumulated 165 traffic challans without paying any fines, prompting the Greater Chennai Traffic Police (GCTP) to make its temporary e‑challan help desks a permanent monthly service.
What happened
From 21 to 30 September, the GCTP set up e‑challan desks at 15 locations to alert motorists of pending fines and collect payments. The initiative was later extended to 15 October.
What the reports add
New Indian Express reported that the police have now announced the desks will operate during the first ten days of every month moving forward, turning a short‑term measure into an ongoing one.
What was said
The outlet quoted the GCTP’s decision without providing a direct statement from police officials.
How it came about
The motorist’s refusal to settle his growing tally highlighted a gap in enforcement, leading the department to adopt a permanent solution to ensure fines are communicated and collected promptly.
Key facts
- A Chennai motorist had 165 unpaid traffic challans. (newindianexpress.com)
- E‑challan help desks were initially set up at 15 locations from 21‑30 September. (newindianexpress.com)
- The GCTP will now run the desks during the first ten days of each month. (newindianexpress.com)
Sources
- [1] newindianexpress.com — originally reported as “Off the cuff | En vazhi, no fine vazhi”
