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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
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U.P. targets 50% cut in road deaths by 2030: Transport commissioner
Uttar Pradesh aims to reduce road accident fatalities by 50% under its 'Vision 2030' roadmap, with regional inspectors (RIs) playing a crucial role, transport commissioner Brajesh Narain Singh said on Sunday at the National Regional Inspectors' Conference. RIs handle key responsibilities, driving tests, fitness certification, ATS operations, and enforcement, while also feeding into policy and procedural upgrades. (Sourced) Singh called for sustained effort from all levels of the transport department, describing the target as more than just an administrative commitment. He stated that the state was implementing the 5E strategy, Education, Enforcement, Engineering, Emergency, and Environment, in line with national road safety objectives. Singh highlighted the growing role of digital tools and platforms such as Sarthi, Vahan, e-Challan, iRAD (integrated road accident database), e-DAR (electronic detailed accident report), and VLTD (vehicle location tracking device). He added that AI-based chatbots and faceless services were transforming the sector. 'RIs are the bridge between advanced technology and on-ground enforcement,' he said. RIs handle key responsibilities, driving tests, fitness certification, ATS operations, and enforcement, while also feeding into policy and procedural upgrades. Over 250 automated driving testing centres (ADTCs), 75 driving training centres (DTCs), over 10 institutes of driving and traffic research (IDTRs), and 16 driving training and testing institutes (DTTIs) are under development across the state, with each district to have three ATS units. Singh urged RIs to evolve into data-driven, AI-capable professionals. 'Any misuse of authority or bias can damage the credibility of the entire system,' he warned.
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
U.P. registers vehicular boom, takes up road safety, licensing reforms
Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the country's fastest-expanding state in terms of its vehicular population with its registered vehicle count touching a staggering 4.93 crore by 2024-25 and the number of licensed drivers reaching 2.82 crore, according to a presentation made by the state's transport department in brainstorming in Delhi on Thursday. In just five years, the number of vehicles increased by 1.48 crore from 3.44 crore in 2019-20 to 4.93 crore in 2025-25, marking a growth of over 43%. The figures, presented by the UP's principal secretary (transport) Amit Gupta, underscored the scale and complexity of mobility management and road safety challenge in India's most populous state. According to the presentation, two-wheelers alone make up more than 80% of the state's vehicles, numbering 3.91 crore and 30.68 lakh commercial vehicles. The rapid surge, especially in personal vehicles, poses significant challenges in terms of road safety, driver training and regulatory enforcement. Despite the magnitude, Uttar Pradesh, the presentation suggested, has proactively responded by launching a structured framework for driver training and licensing. Over 2.82 crore driving licences have been issued till date, reflecting both rising mobility and expanding access to regulatory mechanisms. To ensure quality and safety, the state has operationalized Automated Driving Testing Tracks (ADTTs) in key districts, launched accredited private and government training centres and rolled out digital licensing and challan services even in remote areas. Officials emphasised the need for integrated planning, citing the correlation between vehicle growth and road safety risks. Measures like mandatory helmet rules, accident investigation units, and expanded road safety education in schools are part of a comprehensive response. The government sector initiative includes the operational Institute of Driving Training and Research (IDTR) at Rae Bareli, which began functioning in April 2024 and has already trained over 1,000 drivers and tested over 10,500 applicants. Driving Training and Testing Institutes (DTTIs) are being established across 15 divisional districts, with automation and simulators funded under Maruti Suzuki India Limited's CSR. Automated Driving Testing Tracks (ADTTs) are operational in Kanpur Nagar and Bareilly, where more than 3.7 lakh driving license tests have been conducted. Azamgarh and Pratapgarh ADTTs will be operational soon. Based on the ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) 2025 guidelines, new IDTRs are proposed in nine districts including Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Agra, while 15 districts such as Varanasi and Meerut will get Regional Driving Training Centres (RDTCs). The MoRTH will fund each IDTR with ₹17.25 crore and each RDTC with ₹5 crore. Under the Accredited Driving Training Centre (ADTC) scheme, Letters of Intent have been issued in 86 districts, with 10 ADTCs already operational. Additionally, 270 private motor driving schools are functional under the revised SOP of April 2023. 'Uttar Pradesh has also introduced a Road Accident Investigation Scheme for probing accidents with three or more fatalities, and has strengthened manpower with newly approved ARTO and AMVI posts,' said the presentation. 'Transporters are now required to submit monthly health certificates of drivers and adhere to duty hour regulations. Road safety education is being integrated into CBSE and ICSE syllabi. To increase accessibility, 45 faceless transport services are available through Common Service Centres, particularly benefiting rural and urban applicants alike,' it added. The state has also distributed 400 point of sale (POS) machines to field officers, enabling real-time collection of challan payments via debit cards and UPI.
