In response to anticipated heavy monsoon rains and the associated risk of landslides, the Kodagu district administration in Karnataka has enacted a ban on heavy goods vehicles from June 10 to July 9, 2026. This initiative, ordered by Deputy Commissioner S.J. Somashekar, aims to ensure public safety and protect local roads and infrastructure. The restrictions specifically target vehicles with a registered weight exceeding 18.5 tonnes, including timber and sand transport vehicles, bullet tankers, and long-chassis multi-axle trucks. Heavy rainfall in the region often weakens road shoulders, increasing the likelihood of landslides, and the movement of overloaded vehicles exacerbates road damage and accidents. However, vehicles involved in essential services, such as LPG and fuel transport, milk tankers, and public transport buses, are exempt from the ban. To enforce these restrictions, round-the-clock checkposts will be established at Kushalnagar and Sampaje along National Highway 275, with police and transport department personnel conducting mobile patrols to monitor compliance. The ban is implemented under various legal provisions to minimize risks associated with the monsoon season in Kodagu.