Udupi police inspect 483 school vehicles, book 203 cases, collect Rs 71,000 fines

In a comprehensive safety check, Udupi police inspected 483 school buses and vans, discovering a range of violations that sparked the filing of 203 cases.

The inspection revealed issues such as defective tyres, blacked‑out lamp clusters, faulty engine parts, and defective seat belts on multiple vehicles, raising concerns about the safety of student transport.

Officials said the operation resulted in a collection of Rs 71,000 in fines and a warning that any vehicle failing to meet safety norms could be pulled from operation. Source: Google News – Udupi.