Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni’s luxury black Mercedes drew the ire of Ranchi traffic police on March 4. Clocked overspeeding in Kanke via monitoring cameras, the vehicle incurred a Rs 1,000 fine through the e-challan process, strictly per motor vehicle laws.
Dhoni, a pride of Ranchi with his enviable car collection including Jeep models, Mercedes G63 AMG, Nissan Jonga, and high-performance bikes, is a common sight on local roads. Authorities stress uniformity in rule enforcement, regardless of status.
Silence from Dhoni persists amid the chatter. Paralleling this, the Jharkhand Housing Board last week questioned his use of Harmu Housing Colony’s HIG-10/A plot. Intended for residential purposes only, evidence suggests a pathology lab operates there, demanding a 15-day written rebuttal.
In a city where Dhoni remains a superstar, these incidents fuel debates on law adherence. Traffic safety drives intensify, ensuring safer streets for all, while housing regulators seek compliance.