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Haryana DGP Links Thars and Bullets to ‘Notorious’ Driving, Urges Extra Police Scrutiny

He presented the comments as guidance for heightened checks on high‑risk vehicles to curb reckless driving.

Overview

  • OP Singh said Thar SUVs and Bullet motorcycles are often used for stunts and showboating, asserting that such vehicles warrant closer attention from traffic teams.
  • He argued that vehicle choice signals mindset, describing the Thar as a status statement rather than just transport.
  • The DGP cited an example involving an assistant commissioner of police’s son accused of running over a person in a Thar, calling him a rogue element.
  • His remarks spread widely online and drew a mixed response, with supporters backing targeted checks and critics warning against profiling.
  • Singh referenced a recent Gurugram crash that killed five occupants of a Thar and urged measures against drunk driving, including hospitality venues helping arrange safe transport.