Odisha Cracks Down on Unfit Vehicles: Heavy Penalties and Seizures Ahead

The Odisha government has directed transport authorities to seize vehicles lacking valid fitness and registration certificates and pursue legal action against their owners. Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur has instructed regional transport officers to intensify inspections and implement strict enforcement measures as per the Central Motor Vehicles Act 1988. The initiative aims to enhance road safety and prevent accidents.

The Odisha government has issued a directive to transport authorities to confiscate vehicles operating without valid fitness certificates and to initiate legal proceedings against their owners.

In a circular, Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur ordered officers to take stringent action against such vehicles, including fines and seizure, in accordance with the Central Motor Vehicles Act 1988, an official statement said on Tuesday.

The regional transport officers (RTOs) and deputy transport commissioners have been tasked with ramping up the inspection processes across the state to ensure compliance.