Kanpur: The transport department challaned 65 passenger buses and detained 10 others during a two-day safety enforcement drive in Kanpur Nagar under Operation Kavach 3.0 on Oct 16 and 17.The statewide campaign was conducted on the instructions of the Uttar Pradesh transport commissioner to ensure passenger safety and enforce prescribed operating rules.During the drive, enforcement teams inspected buses for violations, including seats and sleeper berths exceeding permitted capacity, non-functional emergency exits and the absence of working fire extinguishers. Officials also checked vehicle permits, compliance with permit conditions and adherence to other prescribed safety standards.The campaign placed particular emphasis on compliance with bus body codes AIS-119, AIS-135 and AIS-052, which lay down safety and construction requirements for buses.Transport department officials said carrying goods on bus roofs or carriers beyond the prescribed height limit posed a serious road safety risk and endangered passengers.Action is being taken against vehicles found violating passenger safety norms, the department said.
