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Business Standard
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Business Standard
In a first in UP, 25 automobile dealers lose trade licenses for one month
In a first-of-its-kind action, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has suspended the trade licenses of 25 automobile dealers across the state for a month, citing continued failure to comply with vehicle registration procedures. A senior transport department official on Friday confirmed that this is the first time such disciplinary action has been taken against dealers for violating registration norms. The suspended dealers, spread across districts including Lucknow, Barabanki, Sitapur, Kushinagar, Moradabad, and Prayagraj, have been barred from selling vehicles or uploading registration requests on the VAHAN portal during the suspension period that began on June 3. After being repeatedly warned, the dealers were served show-cause notices on April 21 and May 15 this year after a detailed analysis of pending registrations from January to May 2025. Despite being given adequate time, they failed to improve their performance or respond satisfactorily, the Office of the Transport Commissioner said in a statement. The department asserted that these actions are part of an ongoing effort to ensure transparent and citizen-focused service delivery in vehicle registration. "Persistent non-compliance with Rule 39 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR) and relevant provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Rules has led to this action, which is aimed at reinforcing accountability and discipline in the vehicle registration process," the statement read. Among those penalised is a prominent dealership in Lucknow, Aarna Megacorp Pvt. Ltd., "highlighting the department's intent to enforce rules uniformly, irrespective of a dealer's location or scale." In Barabanki, the affected dealers are Barabanki Auto Sales & Service, Bright 2 Wheel Sales, and Kalyan Motors. Sitapur-based dealers Narendra Automobiles, Agarwal Auto Sales, and M/s Budhram Auto have also been suspended. From Kushinagar, similar action has been taken against Gupta Automobiles and Gupta Auto Sales. In Sambhal, Badar Motors faced suspension, while in Pratapgarh, M/s Janta Trading Company was penalised. Dealers from Maharajganj include Shubham Automobiles and Chandra Sales, while Shakti Autos from Raebareli and M/s Auto Wheels from Jaunpur were also among the defaulters. In Sant Kabir Nagar, Bharat Auto Sales faced suspension, along with Shyam Motors in Fatehpur and Shiva Auto Sales in Ghazipur. RN Motors in Rampur and Shyam Motors in Auraiya were also on the list. Further, Jai Auto Mobiles in Ambedkar Nagar, Cross Wheel Auto Pvt. Ltd. in Moradabad, and Uplife Solutions Pvt. Ltd. in Basti were suspended. Saraswati Motors in Prayagraj and Vishal Motors in Unnao were among the final names on the list. In a parallel move, the department has also issued show cause notices to 50 other dealers across the state with high registration pendency. These dealers have been given a 14-day deadline to clear pending files or face similar suspension.
Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
In a first in UP, 25 automobile dealers lose trade licenses for a month
Lucknow, In a first-of-its-kind action, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has suspended the trade licenses of 25 automobile dealers across the state for a month, citing continued failure to comply with vehicle registration procedures. A senior transport department official on Friday confirmed that this is the first time such disciplinary action has been taken against dealers for violating registration norms. The suspended dealers, spread across districts including Lucknow, Barabanki, Sitapur, Kushinagar, Moradabad, and Prayagraj, have been barred from selling vehicles or uploading registration requests on the VAHAN portal during the suspension period that began on June 3. After being repeatedly warned, the dealers were served show-cause notices on April 21 and May 15 this year after a detailed analysis of pending registrations from January to May 2025. Despite being given adequate time, they failed to improve their performance or respond satisfactorily, the Office of the Transport Commissioner said in a statement. The department asserted that these actions are part of an ongoing effort to ensure transparent and citizen-focused service delivery in vehicle registration. "Persistent non-compliance with Rule 39 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules and relevant provisions of the Uttar Pradesh Motor Vehicles Rules has led to this action, which is aimed at reinforcing accountability and discipline in the vehicle registration process," the statement read. Among those penalised is a prominent dealership in Lucknow, Aarna Megacorp Pvt. Ltd., "highlighting the department's intent to enforce rules uniformly, irrespective of a dealer's location or scale." In Barabanki, the affected dealers are Barabanki Auto Sales & Service, Bright 2 Wheel Sales, and Kalyan Motors. Sitapur-based dealers Narendra Automobiles, Agarwal Auto Sales, and M/s Budhram Auto have also been suspended. From Kushinagar, similar action has been taken against Gupta Automobiles and Gupta Auto Sales. In Sambhal, Badar Motors faced suspension, while in Pratapgarh, M/s Janta Trading Company was penalised. Dealers from Maharajganj include Shubham Automobiles and Chandra Sales, while Shakti Autos from Raebareli and M/s Auto Wheels from Jaunpur were also among the defaulters. In Sant Kabir Nagar, Bharat Auto Sales faced suspension, along with Shyam Motors in Fatehpur and Shiva Auto Sales in Ghazipur. RN Motors in Rampur and Shyam Motors in Auraiya were also on the list. Further, Jai Auto Mobiles in Ambedkar Nagar, Cross Wheel Auto Pvt. Ltd. in Moradabad, and Uplife Solutions Pvt. Ltd. in Basti were suspended. Saraswati Motors in Prayagraj and Vishal Motors in Unnao were among the final names on the list. In a parallel move, the department has also issued show cause notices to 50 other dealers across the state with high registration pendency. These dealers have been given a 14-day deadline to clear pending files or face similar suspension.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Traffic tips at fingertips: UP govt launches 24x7 helpline for info on snarls, challans in Noida
Noida: Commuters stuck in traffic or planning ahead for a business trip can now turn to the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department 's 24x7 WhatsApp chatbot on 8005441222 for real-time transport advisories and key services. All it takes is a simple 'Hi' to get started. Launched to enhance public convenience and strengthen e-governance, the chatbot offers instant access to information on vehicle registration, driving licence services, challan details, application status, and more. It integrates directly with the govt's Vahan and Sarthi platforms to provide authenticated, real-time updates. You Can Also Check: Noida AQI | Weather in Noida | Bank Holidays in Noida | Public Holidays in Noida "This WhatsApp chatbot is a step towards bridging the gap between the government and the people by leveraging technology," said transport commissioner BN Singh, adding that the initiative was rolled out under the guidance of chief minister Yogi Adityanath and transport minister Dayashanker Singh to make transport services more citizen-friendly and transparent. The chatbot also offers step-by-step support for essential services like licence renewal, ownership transfer, and road tax payment. Officials said the move is aimed at reducing footfall at RTO offices by enabling digital self-service. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here - This Might Save You From Losing Money Expertinspector Click Here Undo "Promoting digital access helps streamline service delivery and eliminates the need for in-person visits for routine queries," an official said. The department has urged users to save the number and initiate a chat for updates on driving-related tasks; anytime, anywhere.
The Hindu
03-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Uttar Pradesh launches WhatsApp chatbot for transport services, brings RTO functions to citizens' fingertips
'In a move to make government services more accessible and efficient, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has launched a 24x7 WhatsApp chatbot to offer key transport-related services directly to citizens,' officials said on Saturday (May 3, 2025.) 'Vehicle registration services, driving licence details, challan status and more can be accessed without standing in a queue at the RTO office by using the chatbot,' they said. Launched on Friday (May 2, 2025), the initiative is part of the State's push for digital transformation. The new service aims to ensure that citizens receive transparent and timely support using a widely used platform. "This WhatsApp chatbot reflects our commitment to using technology for citizen welfare," Transport Commissioner Brajesh Narain Singh said. "It brings the Department closer to the public and is a step towards transparent, efficient, and responsive governance," Mr. Singh added. He explained the chatbot eliminates the need for citizens to stand in long queues or make repeated visits to RTO offices for routine queries and tasks. From checking challan details to renewing a driving licence, everything can now be managed from the comfort of home using just a smartphone. The service is integrated with the Central Vahan and Sarthi databases, ensuring that the information shared with users is real-time and authenticated. This guarantees accuracy and transparency, especially for services involving legal compliance or payment-related updates. To ensure inclusivity, the chatbot is available in multiple languages, allowing people speaking diverse languages to access and use the service with ease. "This feature is particularly helpful in a State as linguistically diverse as Uttar Pradesh," he said. In addition to providing quick answers, the chatbot also offers step-by-step guidance for commonly used services such as road tax payment, transfer of ownership, and application status tracking. 'This helps reduce confusion, cuts down on paperwork, and speeds up resolution,' the officer noted. Transport Department officials said citizens can start using the chatbot by saving the number 8005441222 on their mobile phones and sending a 'Hi' message on WhatsApp. 'The chatbot will immediately respond with a menu of available services, accessible 24x7,' they added.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
UP launches WhatsApp chatbot for transport services, brings RTO functions to citizens' fingertips
In a move to make government services more accessible and efficient, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has launched a 24x7 WhatsApp chatbot to offer key transport-related services directly to citizens, officials said Saturday. Vehicle registration services, driving licence details , challan status, and more can be accessed without standing in a queue at the RTO office by using the chatbot , they said. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack How Pakistan is preparing for the worst as India weighs response 'Enter at your own peril': Indian Navy's firing drills off Gujarat send strong signal to Pakistan If India attacks Pakistan, China and Bangladesh should seize 7 NE states, says Yunus' aide Launched on Friday, the initiative is part of the state's push for digital transformation. The new service aims to ensure that citizens receive transparent and timely support using a widely used platform. "This WhatsApp chatbot reflects our commitment to using technology for citizen welfare," Transport Commissioner Brajesh Narain Singh said. "It brings the department closer to the public and is a step towards transparent, efficient, and responsive governance," Singh added. He explained the chatbot eliminates the need for citizens to stand in long queues or make repeated visits to RTO offices for routine queries and tasks. From checking challan details to renewing a driving licence, everything can now be managed from the comfort of home using just a smartphone. Live Events The service is integrated with the central Vahan and Sarthi databases, ensuring that the information shared with users is real-time and authenticated. This guarantees accuracy and transparency, especially for services involving legal compliance or payment-related updates. To ensure inclusivity, the chatbot is available in multiple languages, allowing people speaking diverse languages to access and use the service with ease. "This feature is particularly helpful in a state as linguistically diverse as Uttar Pradesh," he said. In addition to providing quick answers, the chatbot also offers step-by-step guidance for commonly used services such as road tax payment, transfer of ownership, and application status tracking. This helps reduce confusion, cuts down on paperwork, and speeds up resolution, the officer noted. Transport Department officials said citizens can start using the chatbot by saving the number 8005441222 on their mobile phones and sending a "Hi" message on WhatsApp. The chatbot will immediately respond with a menu of available services, accessible 24x7, they added.
