Ministry of Road Transport & Highways News

The sum of Rs. 15,700 crore was generated in FY 2023-24 through InvIT. Government rules stipulate that InvIT proceeds have to be used exclusively for NHAI debt repayment. 

Accredited ccentre shall be equipped with simulators and dedicated driving test track Remedial and refresher courses can be availed here The MoRTH said that shortage of skilled drivers is a big issue in India

It is reportedly estimated that commercial vehicles, which constitute about 5% of the total vehicle fleet, contribute about 65-70% of total vehicular pollution. The older fleet, typically manufactured before the year 2000 constitute less than 1% of the total fleet but contributes around 15% of total vehicular pollution. These older vehicles pollute 10-25 times more than modern vehicles.

The Ministry had earlier issued advisories on March 30 and June 9 regarding extension of validity of the documents related to Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989. It was advised that the validity of Fitness, Permit (all types), License, Registration or any other concerned document(s) may be treated to be valid till September 30, 2020.

These projects for inauguration and foundation laying carry a road length of 1139 kilometres. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan will also preside over the virtual function.

 From April 1, 2017, all automobile manufacturers will have to give a detailed declaration about emission levels of each motor vehicle.

The government today said it has advanced the date for implementation of the roll out of Bharat Stage (BS) stage V and VI norms for four-wheelers by 3 years.