The persisting problem of wrong-side driving has irked citizens across the city, forcing them to approach the police for a solution. Mumbai Commissioner of Police (CP) Vivek Phansalkar ordered a special drive, during which action was taken against 20,000 offenders within just two weeks. Besides issuing challans, cancelling registrations and seizing vehicles, the police registered cases against more than 300 motorists.

“Of late, we have observed a rise in incidents of wrong-way driving, and as a result, city police and the traffic department have launched a campaign against the violators. Strong legal action, including registration of offences and necessary arrests, will be taken to curb this issue,” Mumbai Police Commissioner Vivek Phansalkar told mid-day.