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Hans India
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hans India
Hon'ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurates two Automated Driving Test Tracks by Maruti Suzuki
In a significant move to enhance road safety in Uttarakhand, Hon'ble Chief Minister, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh set up by Maruti Suzuki under its CSR initiative. ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and integrated IT systems to conduct driving license evaluations without human intervention. This technology ensures a more comprehensive, efficient, and transparent testing process for driving license seekers. Evaluation at ADTTs is done in line with the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). Both these new ADTTs will cater to driving license testing for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV), and 2- wheelers. In addition to automation of these two ADTTs, Maruti Suzuki operates an ADTT in Dehradun, since 2019. This facility won accolades from the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand for Excellence and Good Governance in 2019-2020. Dedicating the facility to the state, Brijesh Kumar Sant (IAS), Secretary Transport, Uttarakhand Government, said, 'We are committed to making Uttarakhand's roads safer, and Maruti Suzuki's ADTTs are an important enabler in this direction. Our association with Maruti Suzuki goes back to 2009, when the Institute of Driving and Traffic Research was established in Dehradun. With the comprehensive evaluation at ADTTs, we can ensure that only skilled drivers get a driving license. Another state-run road safety initiative where we work with Maruti Suzuki is refresher training for commercial drivers before Char Dham yatra (holy pilgrimage). I also compliment the Company for steering this training program, which helps prepare drivers for yatra route.' Rahul Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, 'We thank the Uttarakhand Government for their continued association with Maruti Suzuki. Under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Chief Minister, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand is rapidly progressing. One of the key growth drivers for the state is tourism. Efficient and skilled drivers are needed to boost tourism and contribute to safer roads. Our Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) can play a vital role to achieve this goal by ensuring that only skilled and competent drivers receive a license through a 100% computerized, transparent, and efficient testing process.' He added, 'Every year, just before the onset of Char Dham yatra (holy pilgrimage), we undertake a refresher training for commercial drivers in Uttarakhand. This prepares the drivers for hilly terrains on yatra route. This training is one of the qualifiers for mandatory Green Card required for all commercial drivers during the yatra. This year, we plan to cover about 11,000 drivers in the refresher driving training at IDTRs.'
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki opens two automated test tracks in Haridwar and Rishikesh. Check details
In addition to automation of these two ADTTs, Maruti Suzuki operates an ADTT in Dehradun, since 2019. The test tracks include an 8 formation test, an H formation test and a dedicated area for two wheeler testing as well. Check Offers Maruti Suzuki has inaugurated two Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Uttarakhand. These ADTTs are situated in Haridwar and Rishikesh. With this, the total number of ADTTs by Maruti in Uttarakhand rises up to three. Both these new ADTTs will cater to driving license testing for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and 2-wheelers. In addition to automation of these two ADTTs, Maruti Suzuki operates an ADTT in Dehradun, since 2019. This facility won accolades from the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand for Excellence and Good Governance in 2019-2020. ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and integrated IT systems to conduct driving license evaluations without human intervention. Also Read : Maruti opens first automated test track in Ayodhya. Check details This technology ensures a more comprehensive, efficient, and transparent testing process for driving license seekers. Evaluation at ADTTs is done in line with the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). Maruti Suzuki stated that due to the automated testing process, an initial decline is usually observed in the pass percentage of driving license seekers at ADTTs. This is followed by a gradual increase in pass rate, as the applicants come better prepared, ensuring only skilled drivers receive a license. In case of Dehradun ADTT, the pass percentage declined to 60 per cent in FY 2019-20, which has progressively improved to 69 per cent. Brijesh Kumar Sant (IAS), Secretary Transport, Uttarakhand Government, stated that with the comprehensive evaluation at ADTTs, it can be ensured that only skilled drivers get a driving license. Also Read : Road accidents in India: I try to hide my face in meetings abroad, says Nitin Gadkari What are ADTTS? The ADTTs evaluate candidates through various tests such as reverse parallel parking, 8-formation, overtaking test, traffic junction test, gradient test for four-wheelers, and a serpentine track test for two-wheelers to assess vehicle-handling and control skills. Additionally, applicants undergo an emergency brake test and ramp test. Maruti Suzuki India has been actively promoting road safety for over two decades, focusing on the five pillars of road safety: engineering, education, evaluation, enforcement, and emergency care. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 26 May 2025, 14:06 PM IST
