LUCKNOW, April 17 -- The Uttar Pradesh transport department has served show cause notices to 20 districts for underperformance in the ongoing campaign against illegal e-rickshaws, which began across the state on April 1. The action followed a review of the campaign on its 16th day by transport commissioner Brijesh Narayan Singh.

The month-long drive, being conducted on the instructions of chief minister Yogi Adityanath, is aimed at improving traffic flow and ensuring public safety. "The chief minister had directed the campaign to run from April 1 to 30, to ensure smooth traffic and civil security. In districts where the situation remains weak, officers have been issued notices and asked to respond. At the same time, those maintaining pac...