Overview
- An official order allows vehicle owners to settle pending e‑challans by paying half the original fine from November 21 to December 12.
- The Bengaluru Traffic Police shared the directive on X and asked motorists to clear backlogs during the limited window.
- Payments can be made via the Karnataka State Police app, the BT ASTraM app, Karnataka One or Bangalore One portals, traffic police stations, or the Traffic Management Centre.
- This marks the second temporary 50% concession in four months, following a window that ran from August 23 to September 12.
- Social media responses were largely critical, with users arguing that repeat discounts weaken deterrence and signal enforcement or manpower strains.