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Automobile
Odisha Warns Auto‑Rickshaw Drivers: Licence and Badge Suspension for Non‑Compliance
✍️ Kanak News Odisha
🗓 20 Aug 2026, 07:39 PM
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State transport officials in Odisha have issued a special notice that auto‑rickshaw licences and badges will be suspended if drivers fail to adhere to newly reinforced rules.
State transport authorities in Odisha have released a special report outlining stricter enforcement for auto‑rickshaw operators. The notice, titled “Learn Our Words or Stop Driving,” warns that any driver who disregards the stipulated guidelines will face immediate suspension of both licence and vehicle badge.
The directive is part of a broader effort to improve road safety and curb violations commonly reported in urban and semi‑urban areas. Officials emphasized that the suspension will be enforced without prior warning once a driver is found non‑compliant during routine checks.
Transport officials have instructed auto‑rickshaw unions and individual drivers to familiarize themselves with the updated regulations, which cover aspects such as fare transparency, vehicle fitness, and driver conduct. Failure to comply could result in a temporary ban from operating, affecting livelihood until the licence is reinstated.
The transport department has set up a helpline for drivers seeking clarification and has promised periodic inspections to ensure adherence. The move aims to create a safer commuting environment for passengers across Odisha.
The directive is part of a broader effort to improve road safety and curb violations commonly reported in urban and semi‑urban areas. Officials emphasized that the suspension will be enforced without prior warning once a driver is found non‑compliant during routine checks.
Transport officials have instructed auto‑rickshaw unions and individual drivers to familiarize themselves with the updated regulations, which cover aspects such as fare transparency, vehicle fitness, and driver conduct. Failure to comply could result in a temporary ban from operating, affecting livelihood until the licence is reinstated.
The transport department has set up a helpline for drivers seeking clarification and has promised periodic inspections to ensure adherence. The move aims to create a safer commuting environment for passengers across Odisha.