Two-wheeler used by K'taka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar linked to 34 traffic violations, Rs 18,500 fine
Bengaluru, Aug 6 (PTI): A two-wheeler driven by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar during an inspection of the Hebbal flyover loop on August 5 has 34 pending traffic violation cases and a total fine of Rs 18,500, according to the Bengaluru Traffic Police website.
However, Congress sources claimed that the vehicle does not belong to Shivakumar and that he was merely riding it during the inspection.
According to the traffic police website, the vehicle has been booked for multiple violations, including riding without a helmet, using a mobile phone while riding, and entering no-entry or one-way zones.
On Tuesday, Shivakumar shared a video on his official ‘X’ account showing himself wearing a helmet and riding the two-wheeler, announcing the opening of the Hebbal flyover loop.
He said the move would ease traffic congestion and ensure smoother and faster commutes, aligning with the state government’s efforts to build a "better Bengaluru".
Traffic police have not yet responded to queries on whether any action has been taken against the registered owner of the vehicle.
Meanwhile, taking a dig at the Deputy CM, JD(S) in a post on ‘X’ criticised the publicity move and urged the traffic police to recover the pending fine.
"Instead of indulging in photo shoots and making reels for publicity, first fulfill your responsibilities as a minister properly," the party said.
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Man arrested for for raping mute woman in Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur (PTI): One person was arrested on the charge of raping a 30-year-old woman with speech impairment in Jamshedpur, a police officer said on Tuesday.
The incident occurred in the Azadnagar police station area of the city, and a case in this regard was registered based on the statement of the victim's brother on Monday.
The victim had gone to fetch water from the premises of a company on Monday evening. When she did not return even after a considerable time, family members went out in search of her and caught the accused red-handed, police said.
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The accused was a caretaker of the company.
Deputy Superintendent of Police (Patamda) Bachandeo Kujjur said due to scarcity of water in the area, the victim used to fetch water from the premises of the company.
