With the drive against drunk drivers continuing in the state, the Guwahati Police on Sunday night suspended licences of 95 persons for drunk driving.

The police said that these 95 persons were hauled at checkpoints across the city.

All of their licences were suspended and they have been fined Rs 10000 each.

During this latest, drive against drunken driving, at least 295 persons have been booked by Guwahati Police in just a week.

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It may be mentioned that earlier on Friday, the traffic police said that to ensure that no accidents take place during the New Year, the police will be on strict vigil to track down drunk drivers in the city.

Traffic police officials have said that they have taken a strategic plan to prevent accidents in the city and specifically during the new year.

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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has ordered the police department to ensure that no accidents take place during the New Year celebrations.