Illegal LED lights pose danger, offenders will be charged – Traffic Chief warns motorists

Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh is warning motorists that the use of unauthorized LED lights on vehicles is not only illegal but poses serious risks to road safety.

In an interview with the News Room, Singh said the increasingly popular lights create dangerous glare that can affect other drivers.

“Each time the Police encounter LED lights on vehicles, action is taken,” he stated.

He explained that while the law already addresses excessively bright lights, modern LED systems go beyond traditional standards and can impair visibility for oncoming traffic.

“There is a glare, it has an effect on ongoing traffic,” Singh added.

The Traffic Chief stressed that breaches of vehicle fitness requirements are taken seriously, though enforcement can be challenging due to limited resources.

“There is only so much of us each day… but as far as possible, we do take action,” he said, noting that offences are recorded and monitored weekly.

Despite these challenges, Singh made it clear that enforcement efforts remain ongoing.

He also pushed back against the perception that some drivers can avoid penalties due to influence or connections.

“No one is above anything,” Singh stressed, urging motorists to comply with the law.

With LED lights becoming more common on vehicles, Singh reminded drivers that safety must come first, warning that those found in breach will face charges.