Mumbai: In a joint operation between late or And Talk to RTOA drive was launched in central Mumbai on Friday to weed out unscrupulous operators carrying passengers illegally in private vehicles.
regional transport officer Bharat Kalaskar Said drive prompted the catch of five private cars Who were working secretly in Dadar and surrounding areas. “We have taken action against them for illegally transporting passengers in private cars without any permit. We have also detained two vehicles,” he said.
Cab unions have been complaining about unscrupulous operators who charge passengers per seat in advance. Sources said the RTO will continue the drive to ensure that such cab drivers/owners stay off the roads. The punishment includes suspension of driving license and heavy fine. Recently the fine was increased after the state government issued a new notification motor vehicle amendment act,
Sources said the RTO will also keep a watch on private buses carrying passengers illegally without valid permits and will take strict action against such operators.
regional transport officer Bharat Kalaskar Said drive prompted the catch of five private cars Who were working secretly in Dadar and surrounding areas. “We have taken action against them for illegally transporting passengers in private cars without any permit. We have also detained two vehicles,” he said.
Cab unions have been complaining about unscrupulous operators who charge passengers per seat in advance. Sources said the RTO will continue the drive to ensure that such cab drivers/owners stay off the roads. The punishment includes suspension of driving license and heavy fine. Recently the fine was increased after the state government issued a new notification motor vehicle amendment act,
Sources said the RTO will also keep a watch on private buses carrying passengers illegally without valid permits and will take strict action against such operators.
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