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13 Penalties Issued After Inspection Finds Multiple Faults in Jalandhar School Buses
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 06:02 PM
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A transport inspection in Jalandhar uncovered several safety shortcomings in school buses, leading officials to levy 13 fines.
The Punjab Transport Department carried out a routine safety check of school buses operating in Jalandhar this week. Inspectors examined a sample of vehicles that regularly ferry children to and from local schools.
The examination revealed multiple safety deficiencies across the fleet, prompting concerns about the adequacy of protective measures for young passengers. Officials noted that the shortcomings fell short of the standards prescribed under state transport regulations.
In response, the department issued 13 penalty notices to the operators of the non‑compliant buses. The fines serve as a warning and a call for immediate corrective action to bring the vehicles up to code.
Transport authorities have warned that further inspections will be conducted and that any bus failing to address the identified issues may face suspension of its operating licence.
The examination revealed multiple safety deficiencies across the fleet, prompting concerns about the adequacy of protective measures for young passengers. Officials noted that the shortcomings fell short of the standards prescribed under state transport regulations.
In response, the department issued 13 penalty notices to the operators of the non‑compliant buses. The fines serve as a warning and a call for immediate corrective action to bring the vehicles up to code.
Transport authorities have warned that further inspections will be conducted and that any bus failing to address the identified issues may face suspension of its operating licence.