LUCKNOW, Feb. 7 -- Less than two weeks after the no-helmet, no-fuel rule was enforced in the state capital, it seems to have failed with riders and fuel stations coming up with ingenious ways to circumvent it.

The UP transport department imposed a strict 'No-helmet, no-fuel' policy across the state from January 26.

Hindustan Times checked multiple fuel stations in the state capital on Friday to assess compliance with the orders. The check highlighted a lack of uniformity in enforcing the rule across the city. While some fuel pumps complied strictly, others ignored or found ways to put up a show.

'Pass the helmet, please'

A fuel station in Vibhuti Khand decided to pass a helmet to customers who queued up to refill there. The refilling ...