In a major crackdown, 1768 modified silencers were seized and destroyed using a road roller by the Pune police. The action was taken after multiple complaints were received about deafening bike noise disrupting residential areas. Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar had ordered action against such modified silencers. “A dedicated campaign was initiated to regulate silencers, and moving forward, action will also be taken against garage owners selling or installing such silencers. We direct vehicle owners to follow proper traffic rules and regulations,” an official stated.