In India, driving on the wrong side of the road, entering or turning from the wrong side, or crossing a divided road or central verge where no proper crossing is provided are considered serious traffic offenses. These offenses can cause accidents and put the lives of other road users at risk. The Motor Vehicles Act of 1988 and its subsequent amendments provide guidelines for these situations, and violating these rules can result in fines and penalty points on the driver’s license.
Here are some rules related to wrong side driving/entry/turn/crossing of a divided road or central verge in India:
- Vehicles should always drive on the left side of the road in India.
- Turning, entering or exiting a road should be done only from the designated side.
- Crossing a divided road or central verge should be done only at a proper crossing point or underpass.
- Violation of these rules can result in fines, penalty points on the driver’s license, and even suspension of the license in some cases.
The fines for these violations in India vary depending on the severity of the offense. Here are some examples of wrong side driving/entry/turn/crossing of a divided road or central verge violations and the corresponding fines:
- Wrong side driving – Fine of Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000
- Wrong side entry or turn – Fine of Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000
- Crossing a divided road or central verge where no proper crossing is provided – Fine of Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000
- Causing an accident due to wrong side driving or crossing – Fine of Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000