Archive · 22 May 2025
Kolkata Police Launches Campaign on Earphone Safety
Kolkata police are reminding everyone to be careful on the roads.
They're worried about people using earphones while walking or driving.
They launched a campaign to stop people from using earphones.
There have been accidents where people didn't hear cars or couldn't see.
Using phones while driving is already against the law.
Penalties have become tougher, but it is not clear whether hands-free devices are allowed.
Police are trying to make sure everyone stays safe.
Kolkata Police launched a campaign focusing on the dangers of using earphones while driving or walking.
The campaign follows several accidents caused by distracted pedestrians and motorists.
The campaign cites a state transport notification that classifies phone use while driving as dangerous.
The Motor Vehicles Act has stricter penalties for distracted driving.
Legal ambiguity exists around the use of Bluetooth devices and earphones while driving.
- Who
- Kolkata Police
- What
- A campaign and increased enforcement regarding the use of earphones while driving and walking.
- When
- Ongoing
- Where
- Kolkata
- Why
- Due to accidents involving distracted pedestrians and motorists using earphones.
- Issuing Authority
- Kolkata Police
- Campaign Focus
- Earphone use by pedestrians and motorists
- Key Message
- Your life is more precious than your playlist
- Relevant Law
- Motor Vehicles Act
- Penalties
- Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,000 fine; licence suspension