No Entry Sign
Shape: Circular (octagonal for Stop, inverted triangle for Give Way) · Colour: White with red border (prohibitory); blue with white symbol (positive mandatory, e.g. compulsory turn, keep left)
Entry of all vehicles is strictly prohibited in this direction.
What It Means
The No Entry sign — a white horizontal bar on a red circular background — is one of the most commonly violated signs in India. It indicates that no vehicle may enter the road in the direction indicated. This is typically used on one-way streets, restricted zones, and exit-only lanes. Entry against this sign constitutes wrong-side driving, one of the leading causes of head-on collisions in India.
📍 Where You'll See It
At the wrong end of one-way streets, exit ramps, restricted government or military zones, emergency access roads, and bus-only lanes.
✅ What You Must Do
Do not enter under any circumstances. Turn around and find the correct route. If you have entered accidentally, exit safely at the earliest point.
⚠️ Common Mistake
Entering "just for a moment" to park or drop someone off. Even a brief entry is a violation and creates a wrong-way collision risk.
⚖️ Legal Note
Violation: Sec. 184 MV Act (dangerous driving). Fine: ₹1,000–₹5,000. Repeat: up to ₹10,000 + imprisonment.
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Other Mandatory Signs
Stop
You must bring your vehicle to a complete halt at the stop line.
Give Way
Yield to all vehicles and pedestrians on the road you are entering.
Speed Limit 50
The maximum permitted speed on this stretch is 50 km/h.
No Parking
Parking of any vehicle is not permitted in this area.
No Stopping
Neither stopping nor parking is allowed at any time, for any reason.
No U-Turn
Making a U-turn to reverse your direction of travel is prohibited here.