Transport Dept considers slapping murder for rash driving
The state transport department is considering slapping murder charges against drivers committing rash driving leading to fatal accidents.
The Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board has ordered the suspension of work in 123 industrial units, including eight sugar mills, in the district till November 14.
The step has been taken on the directive of the National Green Tribunal as these units they had been violating pollution control norms, an official of the state pollution control board said.
Meanwhile, registration of 10 to 15-years-old vehicles in the district have been cancelled to curb pollution. Also around 200 vehicles have been fined for violating pollution control norms, a transport department official said.
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