Delhi High Court Questions Untracked Sales of Used Vehicles Amid Bomb Blast Concerns

The Delhi High Court has criticized the city's regulatory shortcomings in monitoring the sale and transfer of used vehicles, following a bomb blast involving a second-hand car near the Red Fort. The court called for a detailed government response and highlighted loopholes in implementing existing rules.

The Delhi High Court has raised concerns over the city's failure to regulate the sale and transfer of used vehicles, particularly in light of a recent bomb blast near the Red Fort that involved a second-hand car. The court questioned the Delhi government's regulatory practices on Wednesday.

A bench led by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya demanded a comprehensive response from the city government regarding the oversight of registered vehicle dealers. The court highlighted the loopholes that allow vehicles to frequently change hands without updated ownership records, increasing potential risks.

The plea, brought forth by the Towards Happy Earth Foundation, criticized gaps in the Central Motor Vehicles Rules aimed at regulating the industry. The court will revisit the case in January 2026, with an urgency to rectify the situation due to its potential public safety implications.

(With inputs from agencies.)