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Indian Express
an hour ago
- Indian Express
4,089 school vehicles found flouting safety norms: Govt
The state government, which conducted a statewide crackdown on unsafe school vehicles and inspected 46,748 of 67,613 registered school buses and vans (69 per cent of the fleet) starting July 1, has found 4,089 vehicles (over 8.7%) violating safety norms. The authorities issued 4,438 challans, seized 913 vehicles, and collected penalties of Rs 88.52 lakh. A total of 1,768 vehicles were found to be operating despite expired fitness certificates, a statement issued on Wednesday said. School principals and managers have been told that they are fully responsible for every vehicle (bus, van, or auto) operated by their school. Every school must on priority set up a School Transport Safety Committee and ensure that all vehicles have valid documents, driver verification, and proper safety equipment. Following the campaign, the Transport Commissioner directed all RTOs and ARTOs to conduct monthly reviews of school vehicle operations. District-level reviews showed strict enforcement in regions such as Prayagraj, Farrukhabad, Lucknow and Kanpur Nagar, while Mau, Maharajganj, Deoria, Hapur and Siddharthnagar lagged in inspections and enforcement efforts. Transport Commissioner Brajesh Narayan Singh has issued letters to all District Magistrates, Divisional Commissioners (as Chairpersons of Regional Transport Authorities), RTOs/ARTOs, and school principals regarding the safe operation of school vehicles. The Commissioner has directed that private vehicles operating without permits be seized immediately, and vehicles with expired fitness certificates must not be allowed to run. If any school is found violating rules, strict action should be taken in coordination with the District Education Department and the District Magistrate's office. All District Magistrates have been asked to activate the District School Vehicle Safety Committees, hold regular meetings, and closely monitor school transport safety. They must also ensure that private vehicles used for school transport are formally affiliated and authorized without delay, the statement said. All RTOs and ARTOs have been instructed to conduct monthly reviews of the documents of school vehicles, check for proper safety equipment, and verify the police clearance and regular health checkups of drivers and attendants. According to the fresh instructions, no vehicle without proper approval or permit should be allowed to operate from school premises. If any accident or crime happens involving such vehicles, the school management will be held accountable. The Transport Commissioner has emphasised that the operation of school vehicles must strictly follow the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR), 1989, AIS-063, AIS-125, and especially the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Rules (26th Amendment), 2019, said the statement.
Indian Express
an hour ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Maharashtra gives nod to set up 6 Automated Test Stations for vehicle fitness certification
The Maharashtra government on Monday sanctioned the installation of six Automated Test Stations (ATS) for vehicle fitness certification at Gondia, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Ratnagiri, Beed, and Chiplun. These facilities will mechanise the testing process of commercial and transport vehicles for roadworthiness, minimising manual checks at Regional Transport Offices (RTOs). The ATS centres will conduct tests on numerous safety parameters, including brakes, suspension, headlamp alignment, emissions, and other elements significant to the performance of the vehicle. Vehicles older than eight years need to be tested under these fitness parameters at regular intervals. The state transport department said, 'The transition to automated tests aims at enhancing the efficiency of checks and making sure only vehicles that are roadworthy remain on the road.' The government will fix a uniform fee for conducting tests at the new centres, said an officer. The development and operations contract of the stations has been given to Rosmerta Technologies Ltd on a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model. The cost of the project is Rs 109.15 crore and will be implemented within five years. The company will install the stations on the state transport department's allotted land, run them for the concession period, and finally transfer them to the government. The development comes following a directive by the Central Government under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR) that fitness tests for commercial vehicles should be done solely at automated centres on a phased basis. The move intends to establish a uniform, transparent, and tamper-proof vehicle inspection system across the nation. Currently, car fitness tests are done manually at RTOs, which raises issues about precision and uniformity. The automated centres will produce electronic records of test outcomes that can be accessed by enforcement agencies as well as regulatory bodies. These records will facilitate tracking compliance and enhance road safety norm enforcement. 'These centres will enhance road safety by making vehicle fitness testing more precise, transparent, and accessible, especially in regions where such infrastructure has been limited. We commend the department for taking a proactive approach to improving compliance and roadworthiness across the state,' said Kartick Nagpal, president, Rosmerta Group. These new ATS centres are part of a bigger plan to establish 21 such centres in Maharashtra.
Mint
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Overspeeding? Hands-off riding? Your bike will warn you soon.
New Delhi: The Centre is looking to further tighten safety norms for two-wheelers, India's most widely used and accident-prone mode of transport. After mandating anti-lock braking systems (ABS) and certified helmets, it is now considering rules that would make overspeed warnings and hands-off riding detection compulsory for all new two-wheelers. The changes, currently under consultation, reflect a broader effort to reduce the alarming number of road accident deaths, nearly half of which involve two-wheeler riders. According to two people aware of the development, the Union ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) is considering an amendment to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR) that will make warning systems for high-speed and hands-off riding mandatory for all two-wheelers. Fresh measures Just last month, the government mandated ABS for all two-wheelers and dealerships were asked to provide two Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)-certified helmets with each vehicle associated testing criteria for these new features are likely to lead to a marginal increase in vehicle prices, which are already set to rise next year with the recently mandated measures aim to stem the rising number of road accident fatalities in the world's largest two-wheeler market. "There are consultations going on with the industry about the features to be added to two-wheelers to increase safety. Some measures like helmet warnings and an alert system for hands-off driving are being discussed, along with speeding warning systems," said one of the persons cited above, who requested anonymity. Safety layer The plan to add another safety layer assumes significance, given that the number of two-wheeler registrations in the country is on the rise. In FY25, about 18.9 million two-wheelers were registered in India, approximately 7.8% more than the previous year's 17.5 million, according to data from the Vahan portal. There were more than 170,000 Indian road accident fatalities in 2022, with a little over 45% of the victims being two-wheeler riders, according to the latest available Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).The data showed more than 446,000 road accidents had taken place in the country in 2022, and over 100,000 fatalities were reported due to over-speeding. The second person aware of the development said that stakeholder consultations were going on regarding safety measures that could be enforced for two-wheeler riders, after the ABS mandate was announced. 'The amendment toCMVR may be likely 1-2 months after these consultations have concluded," this person said without giving any timeline since the plan is still in an early email query sent to the ministry of road transport and highways remained unanswered. Section 126 of the CMVR lays down the process for manufacturers to submit their vehicle prototypes for testing and compliance with the broader Central Motor Vehicles Act as well as other rules. Price to pay 'Any additional testing or safety requirement is likely to lead to an increase in prices," said Ashim Sharma,senior partner and business unit head, Nomura Research Institute (NRI) Solutions and Consulting.'In case a manufacturer has to add any new feature to their vehicles, they have to bear the cost of material and development. This is generally passed onto the consumer," Sharma added. If implemented, the new norms would bring an additional cost burden for the buyer. The government's ABS mandate for two-wheelers, to be in force from 1 January 2026, can lead to a price increase of ₹3,000-5,000 per vehicle, according to an analyst note by Kotak Institutional Equities dated 20 84% of India's two-wheeler market will undergo price increases in 2026, after the ABS mandate kicks in, the analyst note said. 'About 76% of the motorcycle segment and about 100% of the scooter and moped segments will be affected," said Rishi Vora of Kotak Institutional Equities in the note. Queries sent to Hero MotoCorp Ltd, Bajaj Auto Ltd, Ola Electric Mobility Ltd, TVS Motor Co. Ltd remained unanswered. The ABS safety feature will give the two-wheeler rider more control by preventing wheel lock-up during sudden braking, especially on slippery roads.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Rosmerta to set up six automated vehicle testing stations in Maharashtra
Rosmerta Group has secured contracts worth ₹109.15 crore to set up six automated vehicle testing stations (ATS) across Maharashtra under a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model. The stations will be located in Gondia, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Ratnagiri, Beed, and Chiplun. The agreement spans five years and aims to strengthen road safety infrastructure and improve compliance with vehicle fitness norms in the state. Each ATS will be equipped with automated systems to assess vehicle roadworthiness , in line with Chapter XI of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), which mandates phasing out manual fitness testing across India. This initiative is part of a broader push by both state and central governments to implement technology-based vehicle testing mechanisms. It adds to Rosmerta's existing portfolio of automated testing projects, including a larger ₹400 crore plan to build 21 ATS across Maharashtra and several ongoing pilot projects approved by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The company has previously conducted over five lakh vehicle tests nationwide and is involved in other areas of transport technology, including high-security registration plates, intelligent transport management, and automated driving test tracks.
Time of India
12-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Govt launches ₹9.6 lakh incentive scheme for electric trucks under PM E-DRIVE; targets 5,600 vehicles
New Delhi: The Ministry of Heavy Industries on Friday launched a scheme to provide demand incentives of up to ₹9.6 lakh per vehicle for the deployment of electric trucks (e-trucks) under the PM E-DRIVE initiative , targeting 5,600 units across the country. The scheme covers electric trucks falling under the N2 and N3 categories as per the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). N2 includes trucks with gross vehicle weight (GVW) above 3.5 tonnes and up to 12 tonnes, while N3 covers trucks with GVW exceeding 12 tonnes and up to 55 tonnes. For articulated vehicles, incentives are applicable only to the puller tractor in the N3 category. To ensure performance standards, the battery must carry a warranty of five years or 5 lakh kilometres, whichever is earlier. Similarly, the vehicle and motor must be covered by a warranty of five years or 2.5 lakh kilometres, whichever is earlier. The incentives will be offered as an upfront reduction in the vehicle's purchase price and reimbursed to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) via the PM E-DRIVE portal on a first-come, first-served basis. A dedicated provision of ₹100 crore has been made for 1,100 e-trucks registered in Delhi to address air quality challenges in the capital. Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy said, 'Diesel trucks, though constituting only 3% of the total vehicle population, contribute to 42% of transport-related greenhouse gas emissions and significantly worsen air pollution. This pioneering scheme, guided by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, represents India's first dedicated support for electric trucks. It will drive our nation toward sustainable freight mobility , a cleaner future, and the realization of Viksit Bharat by 2047, in alignment with our net-zero emissions goal by 2070.' Key sectors expected to benefit include cement, ports, steel, and logistics. OEMs such as Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, and Volvo Eicher are already engaged in e-truck manufacturing in India. The Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has committed to procure 150 e-trucks over the next two years for deployment at various locations and has set an internal target of ensuring that at least 15% of all hired vehicles across its units are electric. Eligibility under the scheme is conditional upon the scrapping of old polluting trucks.
