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Nearly 100 challans for tampered number plates at Karnal toll plaza
Karnal police and NHAI on Thursday conducted a special drive at Gharaunda toll plaza, issuing nearly 100 challans for vehicles with tampered number plates, Hindustan Times reports. The drive targeted drivers who…
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Karnal police and NHAI on Thursday conducted a special drive at Gharaunda toll plaza, issuing nearly 100 challans for vehicles with tampered number plates, Hindustan Times reports. The drive targeted drivers who altered plates to avoid toll fees.
The plaza has been barrier-free since May 25, using FASTag. Toll manager Neeraj Sharma said some drivers were trying to pass through by tampering with number plates to avoid payment. A police team led by sub-inspector Baldev Kumar acted on a complaint from the plaza and issued challans after finding tampered plates, which were reportedly used to evade toll fees.
The Indian Opinion
The police drive against tampered number plates is a welcome step to enforce toll compliance. However, simply issuing challans may not address the root cause. The fact that nearly 100 vehicles were caught in one day suggests a widespread evasion attempt. The barrier-free plaza relies on FASTag, which can be manipulated if plates are tampered. A better solution would be integrating automated number plate recognition cameras that can detect irregularities instantly. The public will be watching whether the authorities upgrade the technology or continue with periodic crackdowns.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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