India, June 15 -- Heavy vehicle traffic has once again become a serious concern in the city, with the traffic department reporting twelve fatalities in the past fifteen days due to accidents involving heavy vehicles. The issue has gained renewed urgency in the wake of the recent Gangadham accident, which highlighted the risks posed by the unchecked movement of heavy vehicles through densely populated residential areas.

Despite existing restrictions, most of the Pune traffic police bans remain ineffective, as trucks, concrete mixers, and dumpers transporting construction materials continue to violate them with little to no consequence.

Residents associated with various citizen forums allege a double standard in enforcement, claiming that...