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Karnataka Congress MLA fined for no helmet, praises cop online
Karnataka Congress MLA Prakash Koliwad was fined on August 25 for riding a motorcycle without a helmet in Haveri district. After receiving a notice from the Superintendent of Police, Koliwad paid the…
Karnataka Congress MLA Prakash Koliwad was fined on August 25 for riding a motorcycle without a helmet in Haveri district. After receiving a notice from the Superintendent of Police, Koliwad paid the penalty and later took to social media to praise the officer for carrying out her duty. He acknowledged his mistake and urged others to follow traffic rules.
Koliwad, who represents the Ranebennur constituency, said the fine was a reminder to obey the law. He apologised for the violation and encouraged citizens to wear helmets while riding.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Traffic fines under the Motor Vehicles Act apply equally to elected representatives, but public acknowledgment of a penalty by a politician is rare. The Karnataka government has pushed for stricter enforcement of helmet rules, including through e-challans. Koliwad's response may set a precedent for how lawmakers address their own violations. The incident mirrors a case in Uttar Pradesh in May, where BJP MLA Shalabh Mani Tripathi asked police to fine him Rs 1,000 for the same offence. How other MLAs react to similar fines will signal whether this becomes a norm.
Source: timesnownews.com
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