Five Traffic Violations in a Year Could Lead to Driving Licence Suspension: MoRTH

If a driver fails to pay a traffic challan within the specified period, their licence-related and vehicle registration services may be blocked. Additionally, the vehicle could be flagged as 'Not to be Transacted' on the government portal, and enforcement authorities may detain the vehicle, subject to court orders. This emphasizes the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and the consequences of neglecting fines.

Over the last five years, from January 1, 2019, to December 31, 2023, more than 18.24 crore e-challans were issued across various states and union territories in India. Tamil Nadu led with over 5.57 crore violations, followed by Uttar Pradesh and Kerala. This significant increase in e-challan issuance reflects the government's efforts to improve traffic enforcement through digital means.

Recent amendments to vehicle regulations require heavy and medium vehicles to be equipped with advanced safety systems like Vehicle Stability Function and Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS). These systems aim to enhance road safety by preventing accidents, particularly for vehicles in categories M2, M3, N2, and N3. Compliance with these new rules will be phased in starting from January 2027.

The Ministry of Road Transport has revised the fees for vehicle fitness tests, introducing new charges based on vehicle age. Fees will now start from vehicles over 10 years old, with separate slabs for vehicles older than 10, 15, and 20 years. This change aims to enhance vehicle safety on roads by ensuring older vehicles meet fitness standards.

Wrong-side driving is a significant factor in road accidents, accounting for 5.4% of accidents in 2022, resulting in 9,094 fatalities. This dangerous behavior disrupts traffic flow and increases the risk of head-on collisions. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways emphasizes the need for awareness and discipline to combat this habit and improve overall road safety.