Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot Addresses Vehicle Registration Delays

On Tuesday, Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot held a meeting with representatives from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) and the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). The meeting focused on issues such as delays in vehicle registration, non-compliance at multi-brand outlets, and backlogs in high-security registration plate (HSRP) requests.

Key Points Discussed

Minister Gahlot emphasized the importance of timely delivery of vehicle registration certificates and adherence to compliance standards. He stated, "Timely delivery of vehicle registration certificates and adherence to compliance standards are essential to ensuring a seamless experience for vehicle owners in Delhi."

Gahlot expressed concern over delays in receiving registration certificates (RCs) despite dealers having self-registration facilities. He directed the Transport Department to take strict action against non-compliant dealers and suggested surprise inspections to ensure adherence to timelines.

Self-Registration Initiative

The Delhi Government introduced self-registration by dealers in March 2021, with the first RC issued on March 17, 2021. By September 2021, all self-registration dealers were authorized to print RCs. The meeting also explored the possibility of replacing physical RCs with digital versions to streamline the process.

Concerns from FADA and SIAM

FADA raised concerns about multi-brand outlets selling vehicles without valid trade certificates. Gahlot instructed the department to check compliance rigorously, with non-compliant outlets facing a ban. SIAM addressed the backlog in HSRP requests, assuring that delays would not exceed 3-4 days. Out of 1.7 million bookings, 1.35 million had been completed.

Gahlot directed SIAM to explore further measures to reduce delays and improve convenience for vehicle owners in Delhi.