The Transport Department in Rajauli, Nawada district, has launched a strict campaign against e-rickshaw drivers. On Thursday, during an intensive checking drive on the Rajauli-Sirdala road along SH-70, a total fine of ₹68,500 was imposed on 10 e-rickshaw drivers. This action was carried out under the leadership of RTO Sandeep Kumar, following instructions from Nawada DTO Ranjit Kumar.

The inspection team examined the documents of dozens of e-rickshaws, including drivers' licenses, vehicle fitness certificates, insurance, and other necessary papers. The Transport Department initiated this crackdown in response to the increasing road accidents involving e-rickshaws. The action came after persistent demands from local social workers, who had called for legal measures against accidents caused by e-rickshaws on NH-20, SH-70, and in rural areas.

Recently, three days prior, an e-rickshaw overturned on the service lane of NH-20 while traveling from Fatehpur to Rajauli, seriously injuring four people, including Sanjay Sharma, a resident of Andharwari. Officials stated that hundreds of e-rickshaws operate in dozens of villages from Rajauli, including Hardiya, Amawan, Bahadurpur, Karigaon, Gairiba, Andharwari, Parmeshwar Bigha, and Dhamni. Many of these drivers disregard traffic rules; some lack driving licenses, while minors are also found driving e-rickshaws at high speeds. Accidents are also increasing due to drivers transporting passengers in the wrong direction. RTO Sandeep Kumar affirmed that this campaign would continue to ensure passenger safety, and strict action would be taken against those violating rules.