Rajkot (Gujarat), Jan 5: Traffic cops in Gujarat took to novel policing by handing out roses to the violators in a bid to stir their conscience.

The move is inspired by a Bollywood movie, which many say has revived memories of the apostle of peace, Mahatma Gandhi.

"We decided that we will not fine them and rather gave them roses to teach them and guide them. Some of them were not wearing the helmets, or using seat belts," said Balwant Jadeja, head of Rajkot traffic police.