Kathmandu: At least 1,295 motorcyclists were arrested for violating traffic rules in the Nepali capital during the Hindu festival of Holi here yesterday, Kathmandu Valley traffic police office said. While 694 people were freed after facing action, 596 people remained in police custody.
The offences included riding without helmet, exceeding the pillion limit, overspeeding and reckless driving, among others.
Police also arrested 220 others for drinking at public places, smearing vermillion without consent and misbehaviour. Police said 173 boys and 9 girls from Kathmandu, 21 boys from Lalitpur and 17 boys from Bhaktapur were arrested for misbehaving during the festival.
