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Time of India
24-06-2025
- Time of India
Haryana to install vehicle tracking devices on all public transport vehicles
The Haryana government has decided to equip all public transport vehicles with vehicle location tracking devices (VLTDs), according to an official statement issued Monday. The move aims to enhance safety, particularly for women and children. As per a PTI report, the decision was taken at a meeting of the state transport department chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. He directed that department- or district-wise targets be set to ensure timely implementation and asked officials to integrate the tracking system with emergency response service '112'. The VLTD system, developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways under the Nirbhaya framework , provides real-time location data and emergency alert features. 'This initiative is expected to be a milestone in establishing a safe transport system for women in the state,' the statement said. Inspections, compliance and revenue focus Expressing concern over road accidents, the Chief Minister instructed officials to carry out detailed investigations into each incident to identify and address gaps. He also directed that school transport vehicles undergo regular inspections with attention to their technical condition. 'All school buses must undergo regular inspections,' he said. 'Non-compliance with rules and guidelines should result in challans and vehicle seizure. The safety of children is our responsibility.' He further directed Haryana Roadways drivers to submit medical certificates at regular intervals. To address the revenue deficit in the transport sector, Saini asked officials to explore commercial opportunities such as advertising on buses. In a review of the city bus service, the Chief Minister called for an increase in the number of electric buses and the establishment of charging stations. Officials informed him that the procurement process for 375 electric buses under the City Bus Service scheme is underway. Under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, steps are being taken to purchase an additional 250 electric buses.
Time of India
24-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Haryana Vehicle Tracking: Haryana Enhances Public Transport Safety with Vehicle Tracking Devices, ET Infra
Advt Inspections, compliance and revenue focus By , ETInfra The Haryana government has decided to equip all public transport vehicles with vehicle location tracking devices (VLTDs), according to an official statement issued Monday. The move aims to enhance safety, particularly for women and per a PTI report, the decision was taken at a meeting of the state transport department chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. He directed that department- or district-wise targets be set to ensure timely implementation and asked officials to integrate the tracking system with emergency response service '112'.The VLTD system, developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways under the Nirbhaya framework , provides real-time location data and emergency alert features.'This initiative is expected to be a milestone in establishing a safe transport system for women in the state,' the statement concern over road accidents, the Chief Minister instructed officials to carry out detailed investigations into each incident to identify and address gaps. He also directed that school transport vehicles undergo regular inspections with attention to their technical condition.'All school buses must undergo regular inspections,' he said. 'Non-compliance with rules and guidelines should result in challans and vehicle seizure. The safety of children is our responsibility.'He further directed Haryana Roadways drivers to submit medical certificates at regular address the revenue deficit in the transport sector, Saini asked officials to explore commercial opportunities such as advertising on a review of the city bus service, the Chief Minister called for an increase in the number of electric buses and the establishment of charging stations. Officials informed him that the procurement process for 375 electric buses under the City Bus Service scheme is underway. Under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, steps are being taken to purchase an additional 250 electric buses.
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Business Standard
23-06-2025
- Business Standard
Haryana to install tracking devices in all public transport vehicles
The Haryana government on Monday decided to equip all public transport vehicles with vehicle location tracking devices (VLTDs), an official statement said. The decision, expected to strengthen the safety of women and children in the state, was taken during a state transport department meeting chaired by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. He emphasised that department- or district-wise targets should be set to ensure timely completion and directed the officers to integrate this system with the emergency response service '112'. This initiative is expected to be a milestone in establishing a safe transport system for women in the state, the statement said. The VLTD system, developed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways under the Nirbhaya framework, offers real-time location data and emergency alert features. Expressing concern over road accidents, the CM directed the officials to conduct A thorough investigation of each accident so that the shortcomings can be addressed to prevent such incidents in the future. CM also gave specific directions to monitor the fitness of school transport vehicles. He stated that all school buses must undergo regular inspections, with attention paid to their technical condition. Non-compliance with rules and guidelines should result in challans and vehicle seizure, he said, while adding, "safety of children is our responsibility". He also directed that Haryana Roadways drivers be required to submit medical certificates at regular intervals. To address the challenge of revenue deficit in the transport sector, Saini directed officers to explore various innovations and commercial possibilities, including evaluating alternatives such as advertising on buses. While reviewing the city bus service, the Chief Minister directed an increase in the number of electric buses, along with the establishment of charging stations. It was informed in the meeting that the procurement process for 375 electric buses under the City Bus Service scheme is underway. Additionally, under the PM e-Bus Sewa scheme, action is being expedited for the purchase of 250 more electric buses.
The Hindu
23-04-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Karnataka Transport Department clarifies on panic buttons, VLTDs malfunction claims
In response to growing concerns over malfunctioning safety systems in public transport and goods vehicles, the Karnataka Transport Department has instructed cab owners that Vehicle Location Tracking Devices (VLTDs) and emergency panic buttons must be fully functional and easily accessible at all times. This move follows a spate of complaints and viral social media videos in which cab drivers alleged that the VLTDs in their vehicles were not operational and, more critically, not linked to the department's Command and Control Centre located in Shanthinagar. One such video showed a driver pressing the panic button with no apparent response from authorities, prompting public outcry. Clarifying the situation, a senior transport department official said that the devices were either improperly installed or not switched on, rendering them ineffective. 'In some vehicles, the wiring for the VLTDs and emergency buttons was found to be disconnected, and in others, the power supply to the system was not active,' the official said. 'This meant that even if the button was pressed during an emergency, no signal would reach the control room.' The department officials say that once a panic button is pressed, the exact location of the vehicle is transmitted to the command centre. From there, an alert is sent to the jurisdictional police station for immediate response. The official added that the department has investigated claims of non-functioning devices and found some of them to be baseless or due to installation lapses. In December 2023, the State government issued an order mandating the installation of VLTDs and emergency buttons in all public transport and nationally permitted goods vehicles to enhance passenger safety. The devices are designed to track vehicles in real time and offer emergency assistance in case of distress. However, compliance has been inconsistent. Many vehicle operators have cited financial difficulties and a lack of awareness about the regulation as reasons for non-compliance. Some drivers claimed they paid as much as ₹15,000 to install the system, only to find it non-functional due to improper setup.
