Sedans and hatchbacks received 2.5 lakh e-challans in Delhi 2025, topping all private vehicles. Common fines: ₹1,000 overspeeding, ₹5,000 mobile use, ₹1,000 no seatbelt per passenger.
Why Sedans/Hatchbacks Get Maximum Challans
Compact cars dominate Delhi roads (35% total vehicles), making them prime targets for AI cameras. Red-light violations alone generated ₹250 crore in sedan fines during 2025 festive season.
Top 5 Sedan Penalties 2025
Triple Riding (Most Common)
₹1,000 + pillion fine. 1.2 lakh cases, especially hatchbacks carrying office colleagues.
No Seatbelt (Front/Rear)
₹1,000 per passenger. Rear seatbelt enforcement started July 2025.
High-Value Violations
Handheld Mobile Use
₹5,000 + license disqualification. Delhi Police camera traps caught 45,000 sedans.
Wrong-Way U-Turns
₹500-₹2,000. Peak hours at ITO, Kashmere Gate see 200 daily cases.
How Delhi Sedan Owners Check Challans Fast
3-Click Process
- Enter DL01/DL12 vehicle number
- Select “LMV Non-Transport” category
- View all pending fines + payment history
Smartphone Payment Flow
- Google Pay/PhonePe UPI (2% cashback)
- Credit card EMI (3-6 months)
- Net banking (SBI/ICICI/PNB instant)
Anantraj generates WhatsApp receipts valid for insurance claims.
Winning Challan Disputes for Cars (70% Success)
Technical Grounds
text- ANPR misread number plate (common with dirty plates)
- Single violation, multiple camera captures
- Speed camera calibration error (RTI obtainable)
Documentation Strategy
- Car RC + insurance photocopy
- GPS data showing actual route/speed
- Third-party dashcam footage
Traffic Police Portal Timeline
- File within 30 days: 80% acceptance
- 60 days: Hearing required
- Court appeal: ₹500 stamp fee
Sedan Fine Escalation Chart 2025
| Days Late | Multiplier | Example (₹1,000 fine) |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1x | ₹1,000 |
| 16-30 | 1.5x | ₹1,500 |
| 31-60 | 2x | ₹2,000 |
| 60+ | License suspension | Court case |
Prevention Tips for Daily Commuters
Must-Do Checklist
text✓ Rear seatbelts for all passengers
✓ Phone mount (not handheld)
✓ Clean number plate daily
✓ Seatbelt reminders enabled
✓ Parivahan app notifications ON
Route-Specific Alerts
- DND Flyway: Speed cameras every 500m
- AIIMS Tunnel: U-turn prohibited
- South Ex markets: No entry 11AM-8PM
Anantraj Premium Features
₹199/month: Unlimited challan checks, dispute templates, legal notice drafting.
Real Case Study
Rohit Sharma (sedan owner, Gurgaon) fought ₹15,000 in 5 challans using dashcam proof – won 4/5 cases, saved ₹12,000.
Key Takeaway
Delhi sedan drivers paid ₹500 crore in fines 2025. Check weekly, pay instantly, dispute smartly – save thousands annually.