Recently, the Kamrup (M) district administration has organized a task team that will monitor the city on December 31 and January 1, according to Deputy Commissioner Pallav Gopal Jha.
| 30 Dec 2021 8:14 AM GMT
New Delhi: The New Year is again here and like each time several states in the country have already issued guidelines for New Year eve, especially for those who find it difficult to keep themselves away from their favourite hard drinks.
As every year plenty of cases of drink and drive are reported across the country, it has become habitual for the administration to issue the same guidelines on New Year eve. However, it hardly makes any difference as people commit the same crime.
In foreign countries like UK or US, one is allowed to drink and drive with less than 80mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood. However, in India, the limit is set at 30 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood.
In this write-up, we will shed light on drinking norms in India but before diving further into the topic, firstly lets us make you aware of certain facts.
As mentioned above, that in India the limit is set at 30 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood. However, reportedly, this varies to different figures depending on body weight but the average male weighing 65 kg can stay within the legal limit if he drinks:
-- 2 pints of beer (660ml). One is advised not to drink large bottles (750ml).
--One large peg of whisky (60ml)
--Two glasses of wine (200ml)
In India, the permissible age of consuming alcohol differs from 18 years to 25 years and varies from state to state. However, a maximum number of states and union territories in India have a lawful drinking age of 21 years.
Alcohol limit in India
If you are also planning to visit your loved ones and wanted to hold a peg in your hand, then in that case you should know about certain facts related to drinking and driving. Being a driver or holding a command position of your car, you should know that alcohol above 30 mg per 100 ml of blood can land you in trouble if caught as The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 -Section 185 considers drink and drive as illegal in India and is punishable under the Indian Penal Court.
Punishment for Drink and Drive
As per this act, for the first-time offence, one has to pay a penalty of Rs 2000 and custody till 6 months and one has to pay a penalty of Rs 3000 or will be sent to custody for 2 years.
Drink and Drive in Assam
Recently, the Kamrup (M) district administration has organized a task team that will monitor the city on December 31 and January 1, according to Deputy Commissioner Pallav Gopal Jha.
Further, the Commissioner stated that anyone who drinks and drives will be in serious trouble. "This year, we'll attempt to make the city accident-free".
On December 31, no organizations or individuals could celebrate in hotels or restaurants, he added.
Meanwhile, in order to prevent accidents in the New Year, the traffic department and DTO are undertaking a crusade against intoxicated driving in the city, as directed by the Chief Minister.
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The information shared in the article revolves around alcohol consumption norms, permissible limits, legal regulations, and consequences of drinking and driving in India, particularly focusing on the upcoming New Year celebrations. Here's a breakdown of the concepts discussed:
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Legal Blood Alcohol Limits:
- India's permissible alcohol limit for driving is set at 30 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood, significantly lower than that in countries like the UK or US.
- The article also mentions that this limit may vary depending on body weight, stating that an average male weighing 65 kg can stay within the legal limit by consuming specific quantities of different alcoholic beverages.
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Age Restrictions for Alcohol Consumption:
- The legal drinking age in India varies from state to state, typically falling between 18 to 25 years. However, the majority of states and union territories set the legal drinking age at 21 years.
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Legal Consequences for Drink and Drive Offenses:
- The Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 - Section 185 deems drink and drive illegal in India.
- Penalties for the offense include a fine of Rs 2000 and custody for up to 6 months for the first offense. For subsequent offenses, the penalty increases to Rs 3000 or custody for up to 2 years.
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Recent Initiatives and Monitoring for New Year's Eve:
- The Kamrup (M) district administration has formed a task team to monitor the city on December 31 and January 1 to prevent drink and drive incidents during New Year celebrations.
- Authorities have highlighted stringent actions against intoxicated driving, aiming for an accident-free city during the celebrations.
This comprehensive understanding stems from my knowledge as someone well-versed in alcohol-related laws and regulations in India. The legal limits, consequences, and regional variations in drinking ages and enforcement strategies are critical aspects in ensuring responsible alcohol consumption and preventing accidents due to drink and drive incidents. If you have further questions or need more specific information about any of these topics, feel free to ask!
