728 caught for drunk driving in Hyderabad and Cyberabad in weekend crackdown
Synopsis
Over 728 drivers — including heavy vehicle operators — were caught drunk behind the wheel across Hyderabad and Cyberabad in a single weekend. One offender blew a BAC of 550 mg/100 ml, more than five times the legal threshold. With courts already disposing of 160 cases in a week and Section 105 of the BNS now invoked for fatal incidents, this is no longer just a traffic matter — it is a criminal enforcement escalation.
Key Takeaways
728 drivers were caught drunk driving across Hyderabad and Cyberabad on 1–2 May 2025 .
Hyderabad Traffic Police detained 445 offenders ; Cyberabad Traffic Police apprehended 283 .
Two-wheeler riders dominated arrests — 371 in Hyderabad and 227 in Cyberabad.
The highest BAC recorded in Cyberabad was 550 mg/100 ml — over five times the legal limit.
Fatal drunk driving accidents can now attract charges under Section 105, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 , with up to 10 years imprisonment .
160 drunk driving cases were disposed of in courts between 27 April and 2 May ; 148 persons fined, 12 ordered to pay fine and do social service.
More than 728 drivers were apprehended for driving under the influence of alcohol during a weekend special enforcement drive conducted by traffic police across Hyderabad and Cyberabad police commissionerates on 1 and 2 May 2025. The crackdown — spanning two-wheelers, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and heavy vehicles — signals a sharply escalating zero-tolerance posture from city traffic authorities ahead of what officials say will be a sustained campaign.
Hyderabad Traffic Police: Key Numbers
Hyderabad Traffic Police detained 445 drivers over the two-day drive. Of those, 371 were two-wheeler riders, 26 were three-wheeler riders, and 48 were four-wheeler and other vehicle drivers.
Offenders were categorised by Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) levels. According to the Joint Commissioner of Police (Traffic), 99 cases recorded BAC levels between 30–50 mg/100 ml, 173 cases between 51–100 mg/100 ml, 100 cases between 101–150 mg/100 ml, 42 cases between 151–200 mg/100 ml, 11 cases between 201–250 mg/100 ml, 12 cases between 251–300 mg/100 ml, and eight cases recording BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml.
Point of View
It is a mass-casualty risk. Invoking Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for fatal drunk driving is the right legal escalation, but its deterrent value depends entirely on conviction rates — which remain low in Indian traffic courts. The real test is whether this sustained drive translates into fewer fatalities, not just more arrests.
NationPress
11 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivers were caught for drunk driving in Hyderabad and Cyberabad?
A total of 728 drivers were apprehended — 445 by Hyderabad Traffic Police and 283 by Cyberabad Traffic Police — during a special weekend drive on 1 and 2 May 2025.
What is the legal limit for Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) for drivers in India?
In India, the legal BAC limit for drivers is 30 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood, as prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act. Several offenders in the Hyderabad and Cyberabad drive recorded levels far exceeding this, with one case reaching 550 mg/100 ml.
What punishment can drunk drivers face if they cause a fatal accident in Hyderabad?
Drunk drivers who cause fatal accidents can be booked under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which deals with culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The maximum punishment under this section is 10 years of imprisonment along with a fine.
What happened to the drunk driving cases disposed of in court this week?
Between 27 April and 2 May 2025, courts disposed of 160 drunk driving cases. Of these, 148 persons were penalised with fines only, while 12 were ordered to pay a fine and perform social service.
Will the drunk driving enforcement drive continue in Hyderabad and Cyberabad?
Yes. Both Hyderabad and Cyberabad traffic police have confirmed the special drive will continue, with authorities reiterating a zero-tolerance policy for drunk driving violations.
