{"id":1296862,"date":"2025-06-26T10:38:17","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T05:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1296862"},"modified":"2025-06-26T13:12:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-26T07:42:27","slug":"pune-bans-vehicle-towing-in-owners-absence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/pune-bans-vehicle-towing-in-owners-absence\/","title":{"rendered":"Pune Bans Vehicle Towing Fine In Owner’s Absence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a significant move to address public grievances, Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar has directed all towing agencies to stop collecting towing charges when the vehicle owner is not present at the spot. The decision, effective immediately, ensures that only the standard fine for no-parking will apply in such situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Responding to Citizen Complaints<\/strong>
The change comes after an increasing number of complaints about unprofessional<\/a> behavior and overcharging by towing staff, many of whom are employed by private contractors. Commissioner Kumar, during a recent review meeting, highlighted the need for towing personnel to behave politely and respectfully with the public, particularly when handling minor parking violations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New Protocols for Towing Operations<\/strong>
To make the process more transparent and fair, towing teams have also been instructed to use loudspeakers to alert nearby vehicle owners before taking action. This initiative offers owners a chance to remove their vehicles and avoid penalties altogether \u2014 a step expected to significantly reduce conflict and confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding the Fee Structure<\/strong>
Until now, motorists were paying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n