Maharashtra cabinet approves 20 per cent relief on traffic fines
The Maharashtra Traffic Police E-Challan Amnesty Scheme 2026 will offer a one-time concession on outstanding penalties across the state.
The Maharashtra cabinet approved the Maharashtra Traffic Police E-Challan Amnesty Scheme 2026 on Wednesday, providing a one-time concession of up to 20 per cent on unpaid traffic violation penalties. According to a report by Urban Acres, the scheme applies to pending penalties under the state's 'one state, one e-challan' system.
Traffic police data shows that unpaid e-challans issued since 2019 have reached Rs 5,724 crore. Between January 2019 and August 2026, authorities issued 12.8 crore e-challans with penalties totalling Rs 8,678 crore. While 5.43 crore challans were cleared for Rs 2,953 crore, 7.2 crore challans remain pending.
Officials stated the amnesty is expected to encourage voluntary payments from defaulters and reduce the load on the enforcement and adjudication system. The state currently handles nearly 15,000 new challans every day with a limited number of dedicated traffic courts.
Bal Malkit Singh, adviser and former president of the All India Motor Transport Congress, said the one-time concession would assist vehicle owners, fleet operators, and commercial transporters in managing long-pending dues. He added that it could improve compliance and financial discipline.
The reported decision does not specify how the concession will vary by offence category or the deadline for settlement. Further details regarding the implementation timeline and payment process are yet to be announced.