IEP Chandigarh
In a significant move to enhance the enforcement capabilities of the Transport Department, the Haryana Cabinet, convened under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal, has accorded approval to bestow challaning powers upon Transport Inspectors under Rule 225 of the Haryana Motor Vehicles Rules 1993.
Currently, there are 114 positions for Transport Inspectors in the state, with 66 officers in the Transport Department already assigned primarily to enforcement duties. These enforcement officers will be in addition to 22 DTO-cum-Secretary RTA, 22 Motor Vehicle Officer (Enforcement), and 7 Assistant Secretary level officers.
Recognizing the imperative need for expanded enforcement capacities across the state, the State Cabinet has approved the extension of challaning powers to these Transport Inspectors under Rule 225 of the Haryana Motor Vehicles Rules 1993.
This strategic decision aims to further strengthen the enforcement processes within the Transport department, ensuring more effective adherence to the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act throughout the state. The Transport Inspectors will now exercise the authority to issue challans, in case directions are issued by the respective DTO-cum-Secretary RTA and with prior approval from the Transport Commissioner.
By empowering additional officers with challaning powers, the Haryana government will ensure an improved implementation of the Motor Vehicle Act, contributing to safer and more regulated transportation practices across the state.
