700+ nabbed for drunk driving in Hyderabad, Cyberabad in weekend crackdown
Synopsis
In a single weekend, Hyderabad and Cyberabad traffic police pulled over more than 700 drunk drivers — with some registering BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml, six times the legal limit. The drives are continuing, and police have invoked the spectre of a 10-year jail term under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for fatal drunk-driving accidents.
Key Takeaways
422 offenders were caught by Hyderabad Traffic Police and 284 by Cyberabad Traffic Police on 5–6 June , totalling over 700 arrests.
13 Hyderabad offenders had BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml ; in Cyberabad, 28 offenders recorded BAC between 301 and 550 mg/100 ml .
Drunk drivers who cause fatal accidents face up to 10 years imprisonment under Section 105, Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 .
Between 1 and 6 June , courts disposed of 164 cases — 2 jailed, 16 fined with social service, 146 fined only.
Police confirmed the special enforcement drive will continue beyond the weekend.
More than 700 motorists were detained for drunk driving during a weekend enforcement blitz conducted jointly by Hyderabad and Cyberabad Traffic Police on 5 and 6 June, in one of the largest single-weekend hauls recorded by the two commissionerates this year. The drives signal an intensifying zero-tolerance posture on road safety in the twin police jurisdictions.
Key Figures from the Drive
Hyderabad Traffic Police apprehended 422 offenders across the two days. Of these, 347 were two-wheeler riders, 33 were operating three-wheelers, and 42 were driving four-wheelers. Cyberabad Traffic Police (CTP) detained an additional 284 offenders — 247 on two-wheelers, 3 on three-wheelers, and 34 in four-wheelers.
Blood Alcohol Levels: How Severe Was the Violation
Among those caught by Hyderabad police, 91 offenders recorded a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) between 30 and 50 mg/100 ml, while 176 fell in the 51–100 mg/100 ml range. More alarmingly, 13 individuals were found with BAC levels above 300 mg/100 ml — six times the legal threshold. In Cyberabad, 28 offenders registered BAC readings between 301 and 550 mg/100 ml, and 33 were in the 201–300 mg/100 ml band.
What the Law Says
Cyberabad Police warned that any drunk driver who causes a fatal accident can be charged under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — Culpable Homicide Not Amounting to Murder — which carries a maximum sentence of 10 years imprisonment along with a fine. All offenders from the weekend drive will be produced before a court.
Court Disposals Last Week
Between 1 and 6 June, courts disposed of 164 drunk-driving cases. Two persons were jailed and fined; 16 were fined and directed to perform social service; the remaining 146 received monetary fines. The pattern of court outcomes underscores that most first-time offenders face financial penalties, though repeat or aggravated cases attract custodial sentences.
Police Warning and Next Steps
The Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, Hyderabad, stated that there will be 'zero tolerance on drunk and drive violations' and that the special drive will continue beyond the weekend. Commuters were urged to cooperate with enforcement teams. This comes amid a broader national push to reduce road fatalities — India records among the highest road-accident death tolls globally, with alcohol cited as a major contributing factor in urban crashes.
Point of View
The question is not whether the law is tough enough, but whether it is applied consistently. Invoking culpable homicide provisions is a strong deterrent signal, yet last week's court data shows 146 of 164 cases ended in fines alone — a pattern that risks normalising the offence. Sustained, unpredictable enforcement rather than periodic headline drives is what ultimately changes driver behaviour.
NationPress
27 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were caught for drunk driving in Hyderabad and Cyberabad this weekend?
A combined total of over 700 motorists were detained — 422 by Hyderabad Traffic Police and 284 by Cyberabad Traffic Police during the special drive held on 5 and 6 June.
What is the legal punishment for drunk driving that causes a fatal accident in India?
Under Section 105 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, a drunk driver who causes a fatal accident can be charged with Culpable Homicide Not Amounting to Murder, carrying a maximum punishment of 10 years imprisonment and a fine.
What BAC level is considered dangerously high among those caught?
The most severe cases in Hyderabad involved 13 offenders with BAC above 300 mg/100 ml. In Cyberabad, 28 offenders recorded BAC between 301 and 550 mg/100 ml — well above the permissible limit.
What happened to drunk-driving offenders in court last week?
Between 1 and 6 June, 164 drunk-driving cases were disposed of in courts. Two persons were jailed and fined, 16 were fined and directed to do social service, and the remaining 146 received only monetary fines.
Will the drunk-driving enforcement drive continue?
Yes. The Joint Commissioner of Police, Traffic, Hyderabad, confirmed that the special drive will continue and that there will be zero tolerance on drunk-driving violations.
