A strict enforcement drive by the Mumbai Traffic Police against transport vehicles parked outside shops in north Mumbai, especially Kandivali, has triggered anger among drivers, vehicle owners, and local traders. Transport operators allege officials from the Kandivali Traffic Division have been issuing online fines of Rs 500 and Rs 1500 for vehicles parked outside shops during the loading and unloading of goods multiple times a day.

The repeated fines have now led to an unexpected ripple effect: transport drivers have increased their delivery charges, passing the burden on to shopkeepers and ultimately customers, according to Kandivli residents. Drivers who earlier charged around Rs 200 to Rs 300 for transporting goods locally are now reportedly demanding Rs 500 to Rs 800 per trip. Local traders fear the crackdown may have long-term economic consequences, even if the enforcement drive is temporary.