Traffic rules of drink and drive on New Year. (AI generated image)
Auto Desk, New Delhi. If you are going to celebrate New Year, then this news is for you only. If you are thinking of drinking and driving after the New Year party, it would be better for you not to do so. Actually, the law regarding drinking and driving in India is quite strict. Under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicle Act 2019, driving under the influence of alcohol has been considered a crime. In this, the punishment is not limited to fine only, but can also go to jail and license suspension. At the same time, on the night of 31st December, traffic police also conduct special checking across the country, so that they can take action against such people. During this period, any carelessness of yours can cost you dearly.
How is drink and drive tested?
There is a maximum limit for a driver's blood alcohol level while driving in India. This limit is checked at 30 mg of alcohol in 100 ml of blood. If more quantity is found than this, you come under the ambit of the law. Police tests it with breath analyzer. In this machine the driver has to breathe. Apart from this, the effect of drugs is also examined. On New Year's Eve, traffic police conduct special checking in all the cities of the country and a large number of policemen are also deployed.
drink and drive punishment
Celebrating New Year is not wrong, but drinking and driving can be a big mistake. This not only affects you, but can also put the lives of others in danger. Do have a New Year party, but do not drink and drive. Book a cab or have a sober driver drive you. A wrong decision can put not only yours but many lives in danger.