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Bihar’s Transport Department has banned e-rickshaws and Jugaad vehicles on highways for better road safety.
The Transport Department of Bihar has announced an important update to improve road safety. Starting now, e-rickshaws will not be allowed to operate on the National Highways (NH) and State Highways (SH) in the state. This decision comes from the Transport Minister and aims to reduce accidents on these busy roads.
This new rule affects around 10,000 kilometers of highways in Bihar. In Patna, it specifically includes major roads like the New Bypass and Patna-Gaya Road. E-rickshaws will also be banned from about 6,389 kilometers of national highways and 3,617 kilometers of state highways throughout Bihar.
For the public, this means that e-rickshaws will no longer be a transportation option on highways starting now. The ban is expected to enhance safety for all road users as faster vehicles like buses and trucks will not have to navigate around slower e-rickshaws. This is especially important on highways where speed limits are higher.
Additionally, the Transport Department is cracking down on Jugaad vehicles. These vehicles often lack proper registration, safety certificates, and insurance, making them dangerous on the roads. They are known to be involved in many accidents due to their poor safety features.
The Transport Department has made it clear that these rules will be strictly enforced. Anyone caught violating the ban on e-rickshaws or using Jugaad vehicles will face fines and other legal actions. This step is crucial for making the roads safer in Bihar.
Summary:
- Bihar bans e-rickshaws on National and State Highways for safety.
- The ban covers around 10,000 kilometers of highways.
- E-rickshaws are no longer allowed to operate on specific major roads.
- Jugaad vehicles also face strict action due to safety concerns.
- Violators of these rules will be fined and may face legal action.
