Kanpur: The transport department challaned 65 passenger buses and detained 10 others during a two-day safety enforcement drive in Kanpur Nagar under Operation Kavach 3.0 on Oct 16 and 17.
The campaign placed particular emphasis on compliance with bus body codes AIS-119, AIS-135 and AIS-052, which lay down safety and construction requirements for buses. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kanpur | Silver Rate in Kanpur | Bank Holidays in Kanpur | Public Holidays in Kanpur | Kanpur AQI | Weather in Kanpur | Petrol Price in Kanpur | Diesel Price in Kanpur | CNG Price in Kanpur | LPG Price in Kanpur Stay updated with the latest Kanpur news.
Transport department officials said carrying goods on bus roofs or carriers beyond the prescribed height limit posed a serious road safety risk and endangered passengers. Action is being taken against vehicles found violating passenger safety norms, the department said. The statewide campaign was conducted on the instructions of the Uttar Pradesh transport commissioner to ensure passenger safety and enforce prescribed operating rules. During the drive, enforcement teams inspected buses for violations, including seats and sleeper berths exceeding permitted capacity, non-functional emergency exits and the absence of working fire extinguishers. Officials also checked vehicle permits, compliance with permit conditions and adherence to other prescribed safety standards. Download the TOI App.