Summary:
Delhi Police To Fine Those Found Smoking In Public PlacesAs per the COTPA 2003, smoking in public places is banned and those who violate the law will be slapped a fine of Rs 200. Delhi Police has decided to strictly enforce a fine of Rs 200 on smoking in public places. As per the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) 2003, smoking in public places is banned and those who violate the law will be slapped a fine of Rs 200. In Delhi alone, there are 30 lakh tobacco users. We will educate owners of public places such as educational institutes, malls, coffee shops, restaurants, bars and other organisations about the law..