Malalavadi court opens counter for 50% traffic fine rebate payments

Principal District and Sessions Judge Ms. Usha Rani has opened a new counter at Law Court complex in Malalavadi, Mysuru, providing a 50% discount on traffic violation penalties. This initiative, which will be available until July 10, seeks to tackle over 1.04 crore unpaid violations that amount to more than ₹450 crore in Mysuru City.

BRIC Team

Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read · 9 views

Malalavadi court opens counter for 50% traffic fine rebate payments

Key Takeaways

•The rebate program offers a 50% discount on traffic violation penalties incurred since 1991, aiming to reduce a backlog of over 1.04 crore violations.
•As of June 24, ₹67.69 lakh has been collected, resolving 27,357 traffic violation cases in Mysuru City.
•The Mysuru City Police has opened payment booths at all 18 civil police stations and five traffic police stations for easier access.
•Authorities report that some vehicles have accumulated 40 to 50 pending violations, highlighting the severity of the situation.
•The promotional period for the rebate runs from June 21 to July 10, encouraging timely settlement of fines before the deadline.

New counter now open at Law Court complex in Malalavadi,Mysuru, giving public 50% rebate on traffic violation penalties. Launched Saturday by Principal District and Sessions Judge Ms. Usha Rani, it encourages motorists to grab discount on fines dating back to 1991.

Judge Rani stressed following traffic rules,warning that violations can cause serious accidents,even deaths. She urged drivers to use this chance to clear outstanding fines . Part of broader effort to tackle backlog of unpaid violations in region.

To make payments easier, Mysuru City Police set up booths at all 18 civil police stations and five traffic stations in city. Extra counters at old Law Courts complex near Mysuru Zilla Panchayat . Online payment option too,offering many ways to settle fines.

Currently, 45 devices in action to speed up payment process during promo period from June 21 to July 10. Tackling massive backlog: over 1.04 crore violations in Mysuru City,more than ₹450 crore in unpaid fines. Mysuru district police face over 36.73 lakh cases,more than ₹184 crore owed.

A police official pointed out some vehicles have 40-50 pending violations. By June 24,rebate collected ₹67.69 lakh in Mysuru City,clearing 27,357 cases. By June 26,district police recovered ₹3.47 lakh,clearing 1,370 cases.

Authorities urge motorists with unpaid fines to seize this limited-time offer to clear records before deadline. Rebate aims to ease financial burden on drivers,promote safer driving across region. But will enough take action before time runs out…?

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