Kerala HC seeks response from Transport Commissioner, MoRTH on illegal vehicle modifications posing risks
The Kerala High Court has demanded explanations from transport authorities regarding the proliferation of illegal vehicle modifications. The court highlighted safety risks, such as blinding high-beam lights and dangerous structural alterations, which contribute to road accidents.
Why it matters
Unregulated vehicle modifications pose significant public safety risks and highlight gaps in traffic law enforcement.
The Kerala High Court has sought instructions from the State’s Transport Commissioner and the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on the continuing unauthorised alteration of vehicles by installing lights, oversized wheels and illegal exhaust systems.
The report focuses on judicial proceedings and public safety concerns without taking a partisan stance.
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