### What happens if we don't pay online Challan?

There are legal repercussions if you don't complete your challan payment in time. You are given 60 days to make your e challan payment, but if you falter, you will be summoned by the court and might even face license suspension.

### Can a traffic police official take my keys from me?

A traffic police cop cannot force you out of your vehicle or take your keys. All they are allowed to do legally is generate a challan if you have broken rules. The challan payment can either be made by you on the spot or you can make an online challan payment.

### What is the fine for jumping a red light while driving?

If you are caught jumping a red light, you will receive a fine and will have to make a challan payment of INR 1,000 as per the New Motor Vehicle Act 2019.

Traffic Police Challan - Online e Challan payment using Park+

Using Parivahan website:

You can also pay your e-challan by using the Government of India's official e-challan website - Parivahan.

Visit the Parivahan e-challan webpage.
Enter your Challan number/Vehicle number/Driving License number.
Then, enter the Captcha code and select Get Details.
Select TS e-challan status to get the details of your offense and the penalty to be paid.
Proceed with the payment.
Upon successful completion of the process, you will receive a confirmation along with the transaction ID.

Different ways to make a challan payment:

While we have the e-challan payment covered, we must be equally aware of the payment method for offline challan:

Visit the nearest police station and pay off your challan using cash.
Make sure the police station has a challan machine available.
Send a DD/ cheque/ money order to the police headquarters of your state in favor of the police department.

There are other ways of completing the traffic challan payment:

You can also visit the police department headquarters with your challan copy and required documents to make your e challan payment.
One can make an online traffic challan payment by visiting the official website of the state police department where the challan has been issued.

What are the benefits of making an e challan online payment?

Online challan payment methods like credit cards are gaining popularity and for all the right reasons. There are several benefits of traffic police challan online payment, which include:

Makes the system more transparent and builds a relationship of trust amongst the citizens of the country and its government
e-Challan payment makes the payment process quick and hassle-free due to the online methods now available to make payments.
Maintaining a recorded history of violations of a citizen and keeping records of traffic rules and regulations has become easier.
With e-challan online payment, people don't have to spend a lot of time waiting in queues to clear challan dues. They don't have to be physically present as well, thus saving the hassle of traveling and fuel.
Because of the online receipt generation of the online traffic challan payment, we are also saving paper to a large extent
With the change in challan and traffic rules, stealing of vehicles is also not as easy anymore

What are the basic road safety rules to be followed in India? (road-safety-rules)

Violation of road safety rules is a punishable offense in India. Here are a few basic traffic rules that apply to all vehicle drivers on the road:

Drive on the left side: Keep to the left side of the road while driving. In case of no dividers or lanes, allow the traffic to pass safely through your right.
Overtake from the right: Always overtake from the right side after flashing the indicator or honking the horn. Avoid overtaking on the narrow lanes as it may jeopardize others lives.
Respect traffic signals: Do not jump the traffic signals, as it can cause you a heavy penalty. Be extra patient in case any pedestrians are passing by.
Obey No Parking Signs: Never park at a designated No Parking zone. Also, do not park on busy corners or in the middle of the road where your vehicle can obstruct other motorists and cause accidents or chaos.
Understand the road signs and markings: Every driver should understand and obey the markings and informatory signals on the road. These signs prepare you for what lies ahead. They also indicate what you're allowed or not allowed to do while driving on the lane further.
Slow down at roundabouts and intersections: While approaching a corner/ intersection/roundabout, always slow down and honk a horn to warn the approaching vehicle.
Carry relevant documents: A vehicle owner must always carry the following documents in his vehicle:
- For all Vehicles:Driver's License, Registration certificate, Insurance certificate, and Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate
- For Commercial Vehicles: Fitness certificate and tourist permits (for commercial vehicle)
Honking: Honk only when necessary e.g while overtaking, changing lanes, or passing through a narrow lane. Do not blow horns in front of schools and hospitals.
Adhere to the Speed Limits: Always adhere to speed limits both while driving within the city or on highways.
Use of lights: Always make use of the side indicator lights while switching lanes or turning around. Also, use the fog lights and the emergency light at the time of heavy rains or fog. This warns the other motorists to maintain a safe distance while driving.
Do not talk on mobile phones while driving: Never use mobile phones while driving. In case of an urgent call, firstly park your vehicle on the roadside and then use your mobile.
Never drink and drive: In India, the legally permissible limit of alcohol level in the blood is 30mg per 100 ml of blood. Anything above can cost you a very heavy fine, imprisonment, or a permanently suspended license.
Prioritize pedestrians: Always let pedestrians cross the road first. You should slow down your vehicle or stop if there is a zebra crossing ahead. Make way for school-going children and senior citizens.

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