New Traffic Rules in India 2025

Indian roads are among the most notorious in the world as it claims over 1.5 lakh lives each year and most of it is due to people’s lack of traffic sense. The central government previously failed to take the necessary steps however it has decided to crackdown on traffic offenses right now. This, they are doing by making the law and its subsequent punishment a lot more stricter.

To take care of the same, the government tabled  the government tabled the Motor Vehicle (Amendment) Bill 2016 which was also been approved by the cabinet recently bringing the law into effect. This road safety bill has outlined punishments and penalties for all sorts of traffic violations. The bill is based on recommendations submitted by transport ministers of 18 Indian states.

Below is a tabular column that lists out the violation, current fine amount, and previous fine amount for two wheelers:

Traffic Violation & Fine Amount in India

Traffic Rulebook for Two-Wheeler Vehicles and Four-Wheeler Vehicles

 Traffic rules for Two-wheeler vehicles

1. Wear Helmets at all Time

Irrespective of where you are riding: whether it is on a highway, city, or an inroad near where you live, always make sure to wear a helmet. This doesn’t just save you from getting a fine but will also save your head from sustaining any major injuries. If you are riding with a pillion, make sure they wear their helmet too.

1. Use Your Indicators

Indicators of late have become more of a novelty piece on vehicles as people refuse to use them when taking any turns. To be on the safer side, always use the indicators and make sure to move into the lane towards where your turn is.

1. Do not Take more than a Pillion

People taking more than one pillion on their two-wheelers is a common sight in most Indian cities and towns. What the riders don’t realise is, that by doing so they are risking their and their pillions’ life. This is why you should always stick to riding with just one pillion.

1. Keep your Eyes on the Road

Other vehicles on the road usually use signals to indicate that they are taking a turn. So, keep your eyes on the and read the signals right so as to avoid accidents.

1. Pullover carefully

In case you want to pullover mid-ride to tend to a phone call or any other matter, always use indicators to move over to the extreme left lane while stopping.

1. Use your Rearview Mirrors

It is a rather common sight to see most people switch between lanes rather brashly. Never do that. Instead, use your rear view mirrors and your indicators if you absolutely need to switch lanes.

Below mentioned are a few traffic rules for four-wheeler vehicles

1. Avoid Drinking and Driving – A driver of four-wheeler should always avoid driving under the influence. Doing so will be a danger for the driver, passengers of the four-wheeler as well as anyone else on the road.

1. Always Wear a Seatbelt while Driving - Get into the habit of fastening your seatbelt as soon as you get into your car if you are a new driver. In addition to helping, you avoid traffic violations, doing this could potentially save your life in the event of an accident. Traffic police have the authority to immediately punish you with up to Rs. 1000 for driving without a seat belt around your waist and chest.
2. Insure your Car - The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 mandates that all motor vehicles in India always have current third-party insurance coverage. For a first offense of this kind, the traffic authorities impose a fine of Rs.2000. Repeat offenses, however, may result in fines of up to Rs.4000.

India is a developing country which is growing on multiple fronts. As responsible citizens, we should also contribute to that image and work towards carrying out our duties by following the basic rules laid out for us.