Sober Drivers Rewarded: Red Roses and Chocolates for Responsible Commuters in Guwahati

In a zero-tolerance push against drunk driving, the Assam Police and the Transport Department conducted an intensive, city-wide enforcement drive across Guwahati on New Year’s Eve, checking vehicles at multiple locations using breath analysers.

During the operation, several motorists were found driving under the influence of alcohol. Police imposed fines and seized driving licences of violators, reiterating a “No Compromise” policy against drunk driving. Senior officers from the Traffic Police and the Transport Department personally supervised the checks to ensure strict enforcement.

Alongside enforcement, the police also adopted a citizen-friendly approach. Drivers who tested sober were greeted with red roses and chocolates, with police personnel extending New Year wishes. At ABC Point, traffic police marked the arrival of the New Year at midnight by cutting a cake while remaining on duty.

The city police earlier announced that the special checking drive will continue for one month from January 1, with round-the-clock surveillance on major city roads and vulnerable traffic corridors.

Serious Road Accident on January 1

Even as the enforcement drive continued, a major road accident was reported in Guwahati on New Year’s Day. Near Dispur Last Gate, a vehicle bearing registration number AS-06-W-3614 collided with another vehicle, reportedly after coming from the wrong direction during New Year celebrations.

Traffic police from Dispur Police Station reached the spot immediately. Both vehicles were completely damaged in the crash. Police have detained the drivers of both vehicles and initiated an investigation into the incident.

Meanwhile, joint checking operations using breath analysers were also carried out by the Transport Department and Assam Police in front of Janata Bhawan as part of the ongoing crackdown.

The Assam Police and Transport Department have once again urged the public to strictly avoid drinking and driving, stressing that reckless driving not only endangers lives but will invite stringent legal action.

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