Delhi Launches Digital Traffic Challan System with Timelines

The Delhi government announced a revamped, fully digital traffic challan system on Sunday, introducing strict timelines and penalties to enforce road discipline and reduce violations. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated the initiative adopts amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, making timely resolution of fines mandatory for all vehicle owners in the capital.

Under the new framework, violators receive 45 days from issuance to pay the fine or challenge it online before a grievance redressal officer, supported by evidence. The officer must decide within 30 days and upload it to the portal. No action within 45 days deems the challan accepted, requiring payment in the next 30 days. If a challenge fails, payment is due within another 30 days, or the offender may approach court after depositing 50 percent of the fine. Further delays trigger a final 15-day payment window, after which electronic reminders escalate to service restrictions.

Challans will be issued to the registered vehicle owner via SMS, email, or other digital means. Police or authorized officers can issue them manually or electronically, while cameras and surveillance systems generate e-challans...