New Delhi, March 17 A parliamentary panel has flagged the issue of modified or non-standard silencers in motorcycles in the national capital and recommended stricter enforcement and penalties against such violations.
In its report, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs said that it has noted "instances of motorcycles fitted with modified or non-standard silencers that produce excessive noise, leading to sound pollution and causing disturbance and unease to commuters and residents".
The committee, chaired by BJP Rajya Sabha MP Radha Mohan Das Agrawal, recommended that Delhi Police "strengthen enforcement against such violations through regular checking drives, strict penalties and coordination with transport authorities to ensure compliance with prescribed vehicle noise standards".
In its 257th report on Demand for Grants for 2026-27, the panel also expressed concern over increasing instances of unnecessary honking in the national capital, saying it leads to noise pollution and public inconvenience.
"The committee notes with concern the increasing instances of unnecessary honking in the national capital, leading to noise pollution and public inconvenience, particularly in residential areas and near schools, hospitals and courts," the report said.
It recommended that Delhi Police intensify enforcement of provisions relating to the use of horns and pressure horns, particularly in notified "No-Horn Zones", and undertake sustained sensitisation and public awareness campaigns to discourage non-essential honking.
The committee further observed that begging at traffic signals poses safety risks and disrupts traffic flow.
"Begging at traffic signals not only poses safety risks but also disrupts traffic flow," it said, recommending that Delhi Police work with social welfare departments and civil society organisations to address the issue through a humane and rehabilitative approach, along with sustained enforcement at major intersections.
The panel also flagged 62 major traffic congestion points across Delhi identified in mid-2025, including Bhavbhuti Marg (NDRS), Ajmeri Gate, Shadipur Chowk, Azadpur Mandi (GTK Road), Ashram Chowk, Sarai Kale Khan, Kalindi Kunj, Najafgarh Road, Mayapuri Chowk, Sardar Patel Marg, Dwarka Palam Flyover, Kapashera Border and Safdarjung Hospital (Ring Road).
It noted that corrective measures are being undertaken at these locations in coordination with agencies such as the Public Works Department and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.
The panel recommended that "a time-bound action plan with clearly defined responsibilities for each stakeholder agency may be prepared for all identified hotspots."
The committee also suggested periodic public reporting of progress and measurable indicators such as reduction in average travel time, queue length and accident rates to assess the effectiveness of interventions. It further recommended putting in place traffic flying squads to be deployed at designated points during peak hours.
The report said the Ministry of Home Affairs informed the committee that the Delhi Traffic Police is working on implementing an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) to improve traffic flow, reduce travel time and enhance road safety.
"The ministry informed that Delhi Traffic Police is working on the implementation of an Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) project to improve traffic flow, reduce travel time and enhance road safety," the report said.
According to the report, the revised Detailed Project Report (DPR Version 4.2) and Request for Proposal (RFP Version 2.0) were submitted by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing on July 11, 2025 and are under consideration.
"As per the revised DPR, the total estimated cost of the ITMS project is Rs 2,101.46 crore," it noted.
The ministry also informed the panel that installation and commissioning of 203 Red Light Violation Detection (RLVD) cameras at 57 junctions and 125 Over Speed Violation Detection (OSVD) cameras at 76 locations are in process, while 209 RLVD cameras at 43 junctions and 125 OSVD cameras at 66 locations have already been operational since 2019–21.
The committee also observed that unregulated parking around office complexes, courts, hospitals and commercial establishments significantly contributes to congestion and obstruction of roads, and recommended a comprehensive parking management strategy including strict enforcement against illegal parking and promotion of designated parking zones.
