Updated On: 05 March, 2026 02:56 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
According to official data, a total of 1,204 challans were issued for drunk driving during the Holi celebrations on Wednesday. This was slightly lower than 1,213 cases recorded last year, indicating a marginal decline in such violations

The total number of traffic violations fell significantly this year, officials said. Representational Pic/File/PTI
The Delhi Traffic Police issued nearly 5,000 challans including 1,204 for drunk driving during Holi 2026 celebrations in the national capital, reported the PTI.
Officials said that more than 1,200 challans for drunk driving during a special enforcement drive across the city on Holi. The western range recorded the highest number of violations during the festival.