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All About New Driving License Rules From June 1
23 May 2024
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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has announced new rules for getting driving license in India
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Those interested can now take driving test at private driving schools instead of Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) of the government
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These centres will be authorised to conduct tests and issue certificates for license eligibility
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The new rules will come into force from June 1, 2024
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The government has mandated that training centres must have a minimum of 1 acre of land for two-wheelers and 2 acres for four-wheelers
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Trainers must have a high school diploma (or equivalent), at least 5 years of driving experience and be familiar with IT systems
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With this, the government aims to reduce pollution by phasing out around 900,000 old government vehicles
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The fine for speeding remains between Rs 1,000 and Rs 2,000. However, a minor caught driving will face a hefty fine of Rs 25,000
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In such a case, the vehicle owner's registration will be cancelled and the minor will be ineligible for a license until the age of 25
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The ministry has also streamlined the documentation required for a new license
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