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Hindustan Times
5 days ago
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Gautam Budh Nagar: Drive to curb private vehicles' illegal commercial use launched
GREATER NOIDA The Gautam Budh Nagar transport department on Monday launched a 15-day enforcement drive to curb the commercial use of private vehicles without valid permits and prevent revenue loss to the state exchequer, officials said. The drive will focus on private vehicles such as school vans, vehicles used by app-based aggregators and delivery bikes, as well as privately registered vehicles engaged on a contract basis with government and semi-government departments, they added. 'Five enforcement teams have been formed across the district to make the campaign effective. These teams comprise three assistant regional traffic officers (ARTOs) and two Passenger Tax Officers (PTOs). The officers will conduct thorough checks across various locations in the district, verifying registration documents, permits, and other essential vehicle papers', said assistant regional transport officer (Gautam Budh Nagar) Udit Narayan Pandey, adding that strict action will be taken against those violating the Motor Vehicles Act. As per the Motor Vehicles Act, a penalty of ₹5,000 is applicable for operating a vehicle without registration, and ₹10,000 for plying without a valid permit. On Monday, enforcement teams acted against 15 vehicles, including three light passenger vehicles and three motorcycles, operating for commercial purposes without valid permits. The checks were conducted in areas such as Badalpur, Knowledge Park, Sector 62, and Pari Chowk, officials said. ARTO Pandey said the campaign is part of a broader objective to boost the state economy, plug revenue leaks, and ensure road safety. He reiterated that no private vehicle can be used for commercial purposes without obtaining the appropriate permit. Additionally, heads of all government offices in the district have been asked to provide details of privately registered vehicles engaged on a rental or contract basis, officials said. 'We urge citizens to strictly adhere to traffic rules and avoid operating vehicles without registration, valid permits, or other required documents. Evading transport taxes and regulations not only invites penalties but also hampers public safety,' ARTO Pandey added.
Hindustan Times
16-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Three-day drive to crack down on illegal, overloaded buses in GB Nagar
The Gautam Budh Nagar transport department is conducting a three-day enforcement drive from May 15 to 17 against unauthorised and overloaded buses across the district. On Thursday, on the first day of the drive, the department seized 25 buses, nine from Morna depot alone, officials said. The campaign, which ends on May 17, aims to curb violations of the Motor Vehicles Act, with a sharp focus on passenger safety and regulatory compliance. The enforcement teams, including ARTOs and Passenger Tax Officers, are conducting intensive checks at high-traffic locations such as Yamuna Expressway, Mahamaya Flyover, Sector 37, and Pari Chowk. 'The safety of commuters is non-negotiable. We have directed the transport department to take strict action against any unauthorised or overloaded buses operating in the district. Regular monitoring and sustained enforcement will continue to ensure compliance,' said Manish Kumar Verma, district magistrate, Gautam Budh Nagar. The primary goal is to identify and act against buses operating without valid permits and those exceeding prescribed seating capacity, said assistant regional transport officer (enforcement) Udit Narayan Pandey, who is overseeing the campaign. Such vehicles are not only a threat to road safety but also compromise the comfort and rights of passengers, officials said. Transport department officials said that strict penalties will be imposed under relevant provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, and repeat offenders could face cancellation of their vehicle permits. Additionally, drivers found speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, or operating while sleep-deprived will risk having their licenses revoked. 'The three-day drive is focused on identifying and penalizing buses operating without valid permits or carrying passengers beyond capacity. Such practices directly endanger lives and violate transport regulations. We urge passengers to avoid overcrowded vehicles and cooperate with authorities in ensuring safer journeys,' said ARTO (enforcement) Pandey. The transport department has appealed to commuters to use only Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses or other legally permitted private operators. 'We urge passengers to board only those buses that are legally permitted and within capacity limits. Public cooperation is crucial in making our roads safer and the transport system more efficient,' added the ARTO.
