Mangaluru police have intensified their crackdown on vehicles using high beams and excessively bright lights within the city police commissionerate’s limits. From June 15 to 23, a total of 1,170 cases were registered, resulting in fines amounting to Rs 5.86 lakh.
Police Commissioner Anupam Agrawal emphasized the importance of adhering to the Central Motor Vehicles Act of 1989 regarding headlight installation. “The public should install headlights only in accordance with the guidelines specified in the Act. Additional decorative and high-focus lights that affect oncoming vehicles should not be used. High beams should not be used on highways and within Mangaluru commissionerate limits where there are street lights,” stated Commissioner Agrawal.
The guidelines specify that two-wheelers and three-wheelers should have one or two headlights only, while four-wheelers and larger vehicles should have two or four headlights. Additionally, the light emitted from these vehicles should always be focused downward to prevent causing inconvenience to other drivers. “The light should not cause inconvenience to the eyes of a person sitting in a vehicle at a distance of eight meters,” Commissioner Agrawal added.
This enforcement action underscores the commitment of Mangaluru police to ensuring road safety and minimizing hazards caused by inappropriate lighting on vehicles. The public is urged to comply with the regulations to avoid penalties and contribute to safer driving conditions for all road users.