Sikkim traffic fine shocker: Four-wheeler driver fined for not wearing a helmet!

A bizarre traffic fine issued in Sikkim has left people surprised and amused. A four-wheeler driver was fined Rs 1,000 for not wearing a helmet. The fine, which usually applies to two-wheeler riders, was issued under Section 194D of the Motor Vehicles Act. The incident has now gone viral on social media, with many calling it a mistake or a possible technical error.

The fine was issued to a vehicle with registration number SK01TA3XXX, which is reportedly a Maruti van. A screenshot of the challan has been widely shared online. People were quick to notice that there was no mention of a two-wheeler in the document, yet the driver was fined for not wearing a helmet. Since helmets are not required for car drivers, many people found the situation hilarious.

As soon as the challan details surfaced online, social media users flooded the internet with jokes and memes. Some joked that driving in Sikkim’s hilly terrain now requires rally-style safety gear. Others speculated that the fine might be due to an error in the automated traffic violation detection system. Many users pointed out that such mistakes in the system can cause unnecessary trouble for vehicle owners.

A user wrote, "Looks like we now need helmets for driving cars too! What’s next? Seat belts for bikers?" Another commented, "I hope they don’t start fining pedestrians for not wearing helmets too!"

Traffic authorities have not yet given an official statement regarding the fine. However, experts believe this could be a clerical mistake or a technical issue in the automated challan system. If the fine was issued incorrectly, the vehicle owner might be able to challenge it and get it canceled.