Sikh Women Without Turbans Must Wear Helmets: Punjab & Haryana High Court Rules
In a significant ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court has clarified that individuals professing the Sikh religion are exempt from wearing helmets while riding motorcycles, but only if they are wearing turbans. This ruling comes after an amendment to Section 129 of the Motor Vehicles Act in 2022, which specifically addresses the issue of headgear for motorcyclists. Key Highlights of the Judgment: The Division Bench of Chief Justice Sheel…