Last Updated:January 14, 2026, 17:34 IST The Chief Minister has also directed the police and transport departments to develop a system where the challan amount will be deducted from the bank account of vehicle owners. Image for representation (Credit: Canva) Tightening the noose around traffic violators, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday announced that they will no longer be offered discounts on challans, highlighting that they often delay clearing the penalties in the hope that the government will provide discounts. The Chief Minister has also directed the police and transport departments to develop a system where the challan amount – in case of violation – will be directly deducted from the bank account of vehicle owners. CM Reddy made the remarks while he was addressing the ‘Arrive Alive’ programme organised by Telangana police to curb the rate of road accidents in the state. “Police generally focus on raising challans for offences like speeding, etc. However, some dispute these challans and even delay clearing the penalties in the hope that the govt will give …