Assam Traffic Fines: An In-depth Guide

Assam is situated in the north-eastern part of India. A state which has seen a recent spurt in terms of development, Assam is investing in road infrastructure to cope with the influx of vehicles used for various purposes. As a state with a limited road network, it can be problematic for the state government to manage such a sudden rise in the number of vehicles. To deal with this, the Assam government implemented the amendments made in 2019 to the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988, which included major revisions made to the traffic fines section. Here’s more information about the changes made to the traffic rules in Assam.

Traffic rules in Assam: What’s new

The Indian government amended the Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 in 2019. With changing times, they felt the bill also needed to keep up with modern times. As the fines and punishments in the older bill were less stringent, the government decided to change this. This also helped people stick more to the rules and follow them. The Assam government also followed the government’s example and implemented the changes accordingly. To provide you with information on the same, here is a list of the updated traffic rules in Assam which you are required to follow the next time you are in the state:

Type of offence	Vehicle	Fine in Rs.
Not having a license when driving	Four- and Two-wheeler	5000
Not wearing a seatbelt	Car	1000
Not wearing a helmet	Bike/Scooter	1000   (Your license could be suspended as well for repeated offences)
Driving despite being disqualified from driving	Four- and Two-wheeler	5000
Causing noise pollution	Four- and Two-wheeler	100
Allowing a minor to drive the vehicle	Four- and Two-wheeler	25,000   (with 3-year imprisonment along with 1 year cancellation of registration. License for the minor will not be issued before they turn 25 years of age)
Driving while having offences related to the driver’s license	Four- and Two-wheeler	25,000 to 1 Lakh
Driving a vehicle without insurance	Four- and Two-wheeler	2000
Not having the proper permit for your vehicle	Four- and Two-wheeler	10,000 which might also include a 6-month prison sentence
Carrying more passengers than the permissible limit	Two-wheeler	2000 with the risk of the license being banned for 3 months
Driving under the influence of alcohol and banned substances	Four- and Two-wheeler	10,000 for first offence   15,000 for repeated offences   (First offence also carries a prison sentence of 6 months, with the sentence increasing to 2 years for repeated offences)
Driving children below 4 years of age without any safety system for them	Four-wheeler	1000
Making illegal alterations to the vehicle	Four- and Two-wheeler	5000 for each such alteration made to the vehicle
Talking or texting on the phone	Four- and Two-wheeler	5000 for first offence 10,000 for repeated offences

  Additional tips for your benefit If you are living in or planning to visit Assam, keep these additional tips in mind to have a safe and smooth driving experience:

1. When you purchase vehicle insurance online, you get to customise the policy as per your requirements. You can enhance the coverage of the policy with the inclusion of add-ons, providing additional benefits.
2. If your car is damaged in a natural calamity such as flooding, you can claim compensation for the damages from your car insurance You are required to file a claim, following which the compensation will be given to you.
3. If you are purchasing a bike, purchase at least third-party bike insurance which is required by the law.
4. Purchase personal accident cover along with your policy to get additional financial coverage for treatment of injuries which may be inflicted during an accident.
5. If your vehicle is stopped for checking at district or border crossing, comply with the authorities. If you obstruct their duty, you could get fined or jailed.
6. If you are carrying liquor with you in your vehicle, do remember to carry the permit for it as well. If stopped by the authorities, you could either get fined or jailed as well.
7. Avoid using your phone when using your car or bike. Not only is it against the law, but it could distract you from focusing on the road and cause an accident.

Conclusion

By following these rules, you can ensure that you get to have a smooth driving experience in Assam. It is important that you remember to get your vehicle insured with the help of comprehensive vehicle insurance, which provides all-round protection from damages and injuries caused due to an accident. Following traffic norms not only helps you but also your fellow passengers and other motorists on the road. *Standard T&C apply Insurance is the subject matter of solicitation. For more details on benefits, exclusions, limitations, terms, and conditions, please read the sales brochure/policy wording carefully before concluding a sale.