Delhi Traffic Police slaps Rs 5,000 cash fine on Korean man; Suspended for not giving receipt, see

In a shocking incident caught on camera, a traffic constable named Mahesh Chand of Delhi Traffic Police has been suspended for issuing an unauthorized fine of ₹5,000 to a South Korean man without any receipt. The incident came to light after a video of the encounter was widely circulated on various social media platforms, raising concerns about accountability and transparency within law enforcement.

In the video, the constable can be seen stopping a car being driven by a South Korean tourist for a traffic violation. Instead of following standard procedures, they allegedly demanded on-the-spot payment of ₹5,000 in cash as fine for the violation. However, the constable failed to produce any official receipt for the fine, raising doubts over the legality of the monetary exchange.

The dashboard camera inside the tourist’s vehicle captured the entire conversation, and the footage quickly went viral on social media, sparking public outrage and condemnation. Netizens expressed their concern over the incident, highlighting the need for greater accountability and transparency in dealing with such situations by law enforcement officials.

Prompt action was taken by the Delhi Traffic Police in response to the widespread public outcry. The department immediately suspended constable Mahesh Chand till the matter is probed. Senior officials assured the public that a thorough investigation would be conducted to ascertain the facts and determine the appropriateness of the officer’s conduct during the incident.

The incident has also prompted discussion about the treatment of foreign visitors to India, as such episodes can adversely affect the country’s reputation as a tourist-friendly destination. Incidents of harassment or misbehavior by law enforcement officials can deter foreign travelers and tarnish the image of the city and the country at large.

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The incident underscores the importance of implementing robust mechanisms to monitor and address the conduct of law enforcement personnel. Body cameras, dashcams, and other surveillance technologies can play an important role in ensuring transparency and accountability when interacting with the public.

Taking cognizance of the social media post, the concerned officer seen in the video has been suspended pending inquiry.

Delhi Police has zero tolerance policy towards corruption.

– Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) 23 July 2023

As the investigation unfolds, it is necessary for the authorities to transparently communicate the results to the public, ensure that corrective measures are taken and such incidents do not recur in the future. In addition, comprehensive training programs focusing on ethics, cultural sensitivity and proper enforcement procedures should be provided to all law enforcement officials to prevent similar incidents in India and protect the rights of all persons, including foreign nationals.