🚦 How to Appeal a Wrong Traffic Challan Online in India (2025 Guide + Full Real Case)

📖 Real Case – Sahil’s Bike Challan Mystery in Hyderabad

Sahil Verma, a 26-year-old designer from Hyderabad, got a shocking SMS:

“Your vehicle TS08EQXXXX has been fined ₹1,000 for signal jumping at Banjara Hills Circle on 10/01/2025. eChallan No: TCHN24569.”

The twist? Sahil was in Chennai

The challan image on the eChallan portal was blurry. The plate looked similar but wasn’t his.

✅ What He Did:

1. Visited echallan.parivahan.gov.in
2. Checked the challan status using vehicle and chassis number
3. Downloaded the image and clicked “Dispute”
4. Uploaded:
• Train ticket to Chennai
• CCTV screenshot from apartment parking
• Date-stamped photo of bike in parking
5. Explained: “Vehicle was parked; not at location.”
6. Got a reply in 5 days; case was reviewed and challan withdrawn in 12 days

Sahil avoided paying ₹1,000 by staying calm, submitting proof, and following the correct digital appeal process.

❓ What Is a Wrong Challan?

• Blurry image due to poor camera
• Wrong number plate recognition
• Cloned or similar vehicle
• Incorrect tagging by traffic AI system
• Ownership mismatch or database error

🛠️ How to Dispute a Wrong Challan (2025 Process)

1. Go to echallan.parivahan.gov.in
2. Select “Check Challan Status”
3. Enter vehicle number + last 5 chassis digits
4. View the challan and image
5. If wrong, click “Dispute” or “Appeal”
6. Write a simple explanation
7. Upload supporting proof (max 3 files)
8. Submit and wait for email/SMS update

📄 Accepted Proof Documents

• Travel tickets (train/flight)
• CCTV image from your parking
• Photo of your parked vehicle (with timestamp)
• FIR copy (if plate is cloned or stolen)
• Affidavit or NOC in some cases

⚠️ What If Your Dispute Is Rejected?

Still have options:

• File grievance at pgportal.gov.in
• Submit complaint to State Transport Department
• Approach Traffic Lok Adalat or court

🔐 Pro Tip: Link Your Number with Vahan Portal

If your mobile number is not linked, you may miss challan alerts. Visit your nearest RTO or update it on Vahan portal today.

📌 Conclusion

Getting a wrong challan is stressful but solvable. Don’t panic. Like Sahil, use the dispute system, submit clear proof, and avoid paying unnecessary fines. India’s digital system is improving — but your awareness and response matter more.

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Related Link: Check or Dispute Challan – Parivahan Official Portal

Labels: Wrong Traffic Challan, Dispute eChallan, Parivahan Online Challan, Traffic Fine Cancellation, Real Case Challan Appeal, RTO India Help