In Muzaffarnagar, a district in India’s Uttar Pradesh state, a traffic case took an extraordinary turn when a local resident was handed a challan worth more than two million rupees. The man, identified as Anmol Singhal, was stopped for riding his motorcycle without a helmet. What followed left him in disbelief: his e‑challan showed a penalty of 2,174,000 rupees, a figure far greater than the actual value of his bike, which cost only 100,000 rupees.
Why the Motorcycle Was Seized
Police explained that Singhal was not only riding without protective gear but also failed to produce valid documents for his motorcycle. As a result, officers impounded the vehicle on the spot. The situation escalated when the fine amount recorded in the challan was mistakenly inflated to an astronomical sum.
Clerical Error Creates Viral Moment
The error stemmed from a clerical oversight. Instead of entering the correct fine of 4,000 rupees, the officer mistakenly typed figures that merged Section 207 of the Motor Vehicles Act with the penalty amount. This slip transformed “207” and “4000” into the absurd total of 2,074,000 rupees.
When the challan image began circulating on social media, it quickly went viral, sparking confusion and amusement across platforms. Many users questioned how such a staggering fine could be imposed for a helmet violation.
Police Step In to Clarify
Authorities later addressed the issue publicly, confirming that the actual fine was only 4,000 rupees. They emphasized that the inflated figure was the result of human error during data entry. The sub‑inspector responsible for issuing the challan was given a strict warning and reminded of the importance of accuracy in official records.
Lessons From the Incident
While the case has been resolved, the bizarre challan has highlighted the need for greater oversight in digital traffic enforcement systems. It also underscores how clerical mistakes can cause unnecessary panic and damage public trust. For Anmol Singhal, the ordeal ended with relief, as he now only has to pay the standard fine rather than the multi‑million rupee penalty that initially appeared on his record.
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