This initiative aims to reduce noise pollution in the hill station. Offenders will face penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Nainital’s no-honking zone: Route, penalty
An intensive enforcement drive has commenced to uphold this regulation. Any vehicles that honk along the stretch from Tallital Danth to the Mallital Rickshaw Stand will incur a fine of Rs 1,000.
On July 21, Kumaon Commissioner Deepak Rawat held a meeting with public representatives and various departments to address the noise pollution issue in Nainital. He subsequently directed the District Magistrate to establish the horn-free zone.
The Transport Department, police, and municipal corporation have initiated an awareness campaign to educate taxi unions, local businesses, and drivers about the new regulation.
SDM Nawazish Khalik stated that police and administrative teams are actively monitoring the area to ensure adherence to the no-honking rule. He urged all drivers to refrain from unnecessary horn usage.
Nainital draws visitors year-round, and the rising vehicle count has been detrimental to the town’s image as a tranquil tourist destination.
Other measures by Nainital’s administration:
To enhance traffic flow around Naini Lake, the administration has additionally designated the entire route from Tallital Danth to Hanumangarhi Band as a no-parking zone. Police and local officials have been tasked with preventing roadside parking to alleviate traffic congestion.
Government and private vehicles lacking valid fitness certificates will be confiscated. To combat the surge in illegal taxi operations, the transport department and police have launched a joint initiative to identify private vehicles used for such services, issue violations, and pursue necessary legal actions.
