Guwahati, June 17 -- Shillong Traffic Police have launched an enforcement drive to identify and penalize individuals illegally renting out private two-wheelers and four-wheelers for commercial use in violation of Meghalaya's transport regulations.

Following a public notice issued by Transport Commissioner David D. Sangma on June 13, officials have begun conducting checks at strategic locations across the city. Sangma clearly stated that Meghalaya has not approved any schemes allowing individuals or organisations to operate rent-a-bike or rent-a-cab services. Therefore, such activities remain strictly prohibited.

Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Kamakhya Prasad confirmed the operation during a press briefing on Monday. "We have started...