Chennai: Amid the fourth lockdown, the State police have arrested 5,31,179 persons for violating Section 144.
Until this morning, 4,98,995 violations have been recorded by the police in various districts, a press release from the DGP’s office said.
Even as several relaxations have been made, police are taking to task those who step out for non-essential purposes. As many as 4,22,867 vehicles were seized by the police.
However, the vehicles are being returned to their owners in a phased manner. A total amount of Rs 7,85 51,085 has collected from violators as fines.