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Time of India
09-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Govt dashcams to log traffic offences
Panaji: The state cabinet on Wednesday granted approval for the Goa Vehicle Authentication (GoVA) System to install dashboard surveillance cameras (dashcams) on govt vehicles for recording visible traffic violations and to start automated border document verification on a public-private partnership (PPP) mode. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The GoVA System is aimed at streamlining vehicular regulation, strengthening road safety measures, and enhancing compliance with motor vehicle and traffic laws. The system envisions a digital-first approach to document verification, resulting in greater ease of travel, particularly for tourists, and promoting the lawful use of road infrastructure. The current practice of verifying vehicle documents at state border checkposts relies predominantly on manual, random checks, which are limited in coverage and effectiveness. Numerous vehicles continue to operate without valid statutory documentation, including registration certificates, Pollution under Control (PUC) certificates, and third-party insurance, in contravention of the Central Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. This systemic gap poses significant safety concerns. The GoVA System is intended to serve as a preventive and regulatory mechanism that emphasises citizen safety and compliance, while also facilitating process efficiency and, as a secondary outcome, improving the collection of statutory revenues. To address this critical need, the home department mandated Info Tech Corporation of Goa Limited (ITG) — a govt undertaking — to initiate a technology-driven solution for real-time vehicle monitoring and verification. S Tired of too many ads? go ad free now tate govt selected Mistotex Technology Pvt Ltd as the system integrator for five years. A revenue-sharing model was proposed as follows: Goa govt - 55%, ITG - 5.5%, and system integrator - 39.5%. Under Phase I, the automated border document verification system will be put in place, and online and automated validation of vehicle documentation (including registration certificates, PUC certificates, and insurance) will occur at all designated border check-posts. Integration with the central govt's Vahan and challan databases will ensure real-time verification and centralised compliance tracking. Secure, tamper-proof QR codes will be generated to be displayed on vehicles that have cleared checks, thereby exempting them from repeat inspections. Under Phase II, a statewide vehicle monitoring and road safety system will be implemented, and dashboard surveillance cameras will be installed on official govt vehicles for recording visible traffic violations. Real-time violation capture, alert generation, and automated challan issuance will occur through backend integration. The enforcement ecosystem will be linked with modules for weighbridge monitoring, road cess collection, and route analytics. Mobile apps will be developed for enforcement officers and police to facilitate easy API integration with third-party applications such as e-Vahan, Sarthi, Digilocker, e-challan system, and any other related to the project. ITG, with the system integrator, will coordinate with Goa police for necessary technical compliance.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
'No decent footpath, but rules like Sweden': Users slam Delhi's ban on fuel for old vehicles
Starting July 1, Delhi has enforced a fuel ban on older vehicles as part of its pollution control drive. Petrol vehicles over 15 years old and diesel vehicles over 10 years are no longer allowed to refuel at any pump in the capital. The move is aimed at removing End-of-Life Vehicles (ELVs) from the roads and is backed by surveillance and enforcement measures. Violators face fines of Rs 10,000 for four-wheelers and Rs 5,000 for two-wheelers. In addition, the vehicles can be impounded or scrapped immediately, and offenders must also pay towing charges. Rule sparks debate over fairness and enforcement This new rule is part of Delhi's ongoing effort to reduce air pollution and promote greener urban mobility. However, it has sparked criticism from vehicle owners and citizens online. Many argue that the rule penalises vehicles solely based on age, without considering their actual pollution levels. The debate has brought into question the relevance of the Pollution under Control ( PUC ) certificate system and raised concerns about the financial burden on families dependent on older vehicles. — sushantsareen (@sushantsareen) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fast ausverkauft! 60% Rabatt auf die top Damensandalen 2025! Wolkenstock Undo Public voices concern on social media Several social media users have called the rule 'senseless' and questioned its logic. A user wrote, "I completely agree on it. If PUC is there, whats the point of bringing such senseless 1510 Year rule? That means they don't trust their PUC system. Then simply discontinue PUC. I wonder who brought this idea. Vehicles not creating pollution under PUC should be allowed to run. I support the idea of Public finning the govt department on bringing such senseless ideas." Another user described the situation of losing their vehicle overnight: "As per Delhi govt orders, police today seized overage bikes and handed them over to registered scrappers, who will scrap them and pay the scrap value. And just like that, the bike is gone. It could have been the family's only vehicle, the daily commute to work, essential for a job that required personal conveyance, or even the child's ride to school. But now it's gone, and the owner is forced to urgently arrange funds, buy a new bike, pay tax on it to the very system that took away the first one, or simply cope. Third-world country, third-world infrastructure, first-world emission norms, seventh-world enforcement, and eleventh-world knee-jerk reactions." Live Events Critics question logic of rule based on age Strategic affairs analyst Sushant Sareen strongly criticised the rule, saying, "Single most stupid rule. Scrap a polluting vehicle even if it's 1 year old; allow a non-polluting vehicle even if it's 20 years old. Enforce pollution norms strictly. But scraping vehicles just on age of vehicle is a brainless thing to do. Since it's NGC-dictated, no one wants to challenge this foolishness." Political analyst Yashwant Deshmukh echoed similar frustration. "I was forced to sell my perfectly running Fortuner, which did not even run 1 lakh km in 10 long years. I was so damn frustrated. Taka set bhaji, taka set khaja... This is the dumbest rule possible." Many say their vehicles are roadworthy despite age Several users claimed that their old vehicles were still efficient and compliant with emission norms. One user said, "Absolutely right sir. My 13 year old Skoda Rapid is fit as per the emission norms, gives 28 kmpl mileage. How do I throw it away?" Others pointed out the mismatch between India's infrastructure and global policy inspiration. "Not a decent footpath in the whole country, but will have the rules of Sweden and Norway," said a user. Another added, "All rules are for the public while no control on the government officials, bureaucracy or convenience of the common man. New rules get formed every day to squeeze the public alone." Enforcement to continue despite criticism Despite criticism, the authorities continue to implement the order across Delhi. Vehicles found violating the rule will be seized, and scrapping will be carried out through authorised recyclers. The Delhi government has not responded to the public's criticism so far.
