Lucknow: A local resident in Ambedkar Nagar had ambitious plans to soar to new heights in mechanics by transforming his car into what resembled a helicopter. However, his dreams were grounded by the intervention of local police, who not only confiscated the modified ‘Helicar’ but also imposed a fine on the owner.
Ishwar Deen, a resident of Khajuri Bazar, took the initiative to weld a helicopter rotor onto the roof of his old car, giving it the appearance of a chopper. Additionally, he attached the tail rotor of a helicopter to the car’s boot. Deen had invested Rs 2.5 lakh in the project and was prepared to paint the modified vehicle when he was halted by a traffic policeman.
The traffic officer issued Deen a fine for unauthorized modifications and confiscated the car, dubbed the “car copter,” and “Helicar’ until the fine was paid. Deen had envisioned using the unique vehicle as a mode of transport during special occasions like weddings to earn additional income for his family.
While Deen emphasized that the vehicle was intended for occasional use during weddings rather than regular transportation, the police cited safety concerns as the primary reason for confiscation. They confirmed that the vehicle had been modified without proper authorization under the Motor Vehicles Act.
Assistant Superintendent of Police Vishal Pandey explained, “Following the enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct, the police have been conducting regular vehicle checks. This vehicle was intercepted during one such inspection, and we are further investigating the matter.”
A video of Deen’s creation parked outside a police station in Ambedkar Nagar has since gone viral on social media, garnering attention for its unconventional appearance and the subsequent police intervention.
