<h5>What happened in Pune?</h5><p>In Pune, the 17-year-old son of a famous builder in the city hit two people with a car. The two, who died in the accident, were travelling on a motorcycle.</p><p>Reports say the teenager was driving the car at high speeds under the influence of alcohol. The car was bought in the father’s name and was unregistered.</p><p>The minor also didn’t have a driver’s licence. The police did arrest the teenager, and he received bail. The incident and his bail conditions became controversial.</p><h5>Controversial bail conditions.</h5><p>A juvenile court granted the minor bail. In India, children under 18 are tried in a juvenile court if they commit a crime. Yet, if the accused is above 16 and commits a heinous crime, they can be tried as adults.</p><p>Police officials said the court did not find the crime serious enough to deny bail. Some of the bail conditions imposed on the teenager include working alongside the traffic police, writing an essay on road accidents, learning about traffic rules, etc.</p><p>People have criticised the bail conditions, saying they were ridiculous. Many pointed out how easily the rich can avoid punishment while others suffer.</p><h5>Steps taken after controversial bail decision.</h5><p>Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Devendra Fadnavis had said the court’s decision was shocking. The police have filed a revision application so that the minor can be punished.</p><p>The police have also arrested the boy’s father, along with the owners of the bar that served him alcohol. A restaurant staff member was also arrested.</p><p>Also, the teenager will be barred from getting a driving licence till he turns 25. Reports suggest he will be tried as an adult for the crime.</p><h5>Things to keep in mind!</h5><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/newsahoot.appspot.com/o/tragedy-shocks-the-nation%2Fbosy%20i.jpeg?alt=media&amp;token=00d9ed6b-4721-4f02-84cc-b92937030dbe"><figcaption>Bikers with and without helmets. Photo by Oneindia.</figcaption></figure><p>Firstly, you must only drive a car if you are trained and have a licence (which you can only get when you turn 18).</p><p>Second, driving after consuming alcohol is illegal and very dangerous as it can lead to accidents and loss of life. You must discourage anyone from drinking and driving, including family members.</p><p>For your own safety, it is important that you don’t ride in a car that’s driven by someone who has consumed an alcoholic beverage. Also, do not let your friends or family ride with them. Inform your parents if the person insists on driving.</p><p>Third, we must always follow proper traffic rules and drive our cars or motorcycles safely within the speed limit. Remember to wear a helmet on a bike and fasten the seat belts securely in a car.</p>

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