Driving test not mandatory at RTO from June 1

There is good news for those who want to get their driving licence. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has made the process very easy.

Usually, applicants have to fill many forms and contact various authorities to take the driving test. It is also said that this complicated process of driving licence increases the extent of corruption in the system. In such a situation, the road safety of our country is seriously affected.

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has taken some major steps to address such shortcomings. Major changes have been made in the rules related to driving licence. These rules will be implemented from June 1.

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Following are the major changes related to driving licence

1. Applicants can now take the driving test by visiting their nearest centre. From June 1, they will no longer need to go to the concerned Regional Transport Office (RTO) as per the existing rules. 

2. Now the government will also issue certificates to private sector organisations which are authorised to conduct driving tests.

3. Driving without a valid licence will result in stiffer penalties. This includes a fine ranging from INR 1,000 to INR 2,000.

4. If a minor is caught driving, his parents may be prosecuted. In such a situation, a heavy fine of INR 25 thousand rupees will be imposed. Also, the registration of the vehicle will be cancelled.

5. Some changes have been made in the documents required to obtain a driving licence. Now the ministry will tell the applicants in advance which documents will be required for which type of licence.

6. Emphasis will be placed on making roads more eco-friendly across the country. For this the ministry is considering phasing out 9,000 old government vehicles and revising the emission standards of other vehicles. 

7. The application process for driving licence will remain as before. Applicants can apply online by visiting the website of Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (https://parivahan.gov.in).