THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: In a major statewide enforcement action against drink-driving, Kerala Police registered cases against 15,782 individuals during a 15-day special drive conducted across the state. The intensive operation spanned from 7:00 AM on October 13 to 7:00 AM on October 28.
The special crackdown was launched under the direct instructions of ADGP (Law and Order) P. Vijayan. Zone IGs, Range DIGs, and District Police Chiefs supervised the coordinated multi-unit drive aimed at minimizing alcohol-fuelled road mishaps.
District-Wise Breakdown:
- Highest Violations: Ernakulam Rural recorded the maximum number of offences, with 1,639 cases.
- Kottayam District: Secured the second spot with 1,253 cases.
- Thiruvananthapuram Rural: Recorded 1,121 cases.
- Lowest Violations: Kasaragod district saw the fewest cases registered at 212.
Highlighting the gravity of the offense, ADGP P. Vijayan emphasized that driving under the influence of alcohol remains one of the primary causes of severe road accidents and fatalities. He further warned that strict vehicle checks and surveillance will continue unhindered in the coming days as well.
