Incident Overview
A man circulated false information on social media alleging that a highway patrol vehicle, with registration number KA 19 G 1023, was operating without insurance while on duty at Kuntikan on May 16. He accused the police department of utilizing uninsured vehicles.
Police Department Response
In response to these allegations, the police department issued a press release to clarify the situation. The department affirmed that all police vehicles are covered by mandatory insurance from the Karnataka Government Insurance Department (KGID), which is regularly renewed. The department emphasized that no vehicle with expired insurance is deployed for duty.
Insurance Status Confirmation
The press release further confirmed that the insurance for the vehicle with registration number KA 19 G 1023 is valid until October 13, 2025. Additionally, the emission certificate for the vehicle remains valid until January 8, 2025.
Outcome
Furthermore, it was revealed that the individual who made the false claims failed to present the emission certificate for his own bike when confronted. As a result, he was fined Rs 500 for this offence.
Conclusion
The police department’s swift response and clarification debunked the misinformation circulated on social media. This incident underscores the importance of verifying information before sharing it publicly, and highlights the diligence of law enforcement in ensuring compliance with regulations regarding vehicle insurance and emission certificates.