Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

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The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) is a ministry of the Government of India, that is the apex body for formulation and administration of the rules, regulations and laws relating to road transport, transport research and in also to increase the mobility and efficiency of the road transport system in India. Through its officers of Central Engineering Services (Roads) cadre it is responsible for the development of National Highways of the country. Road transport is a critical infrastructure for economic development of the country. It influences the pace, structure and pattern of development. In India, roads are used to transport over 60 percent of the total goods and 85 percent of the passenger traffic. Hence, development of this sector is of paramount importance for India and accounts for a significant part in the budget.

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'Quake on November 16 had added to complications' Anurag Jain, MoRTH secretary, described the unprecedented operation to rescue trapped workers. The key factors in their favor were access to electricity, water, and ample space. Despite challenges like.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 28, 2023
1.68 lakh people died in 4.61 lakh road accidents in 2022: Road ministry report According to a report by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, there were 461,312 road accidents in India in 2022, resulting in 168,491 fatalities and 443,366 injuries. This represents an 11.9%.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 31, 2023
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11 states/UTs join National Single Window System for vehicle scrapping The ministry of road transport and highways (MoRTH) on Wednesday said 11 states/UTs have been onboarded onto the National Single Window System (NSWS) for Voluntary Vehicle-Fleet Modernization Program.. IndiaTimes - Published on January 4, 2023
Government simplifies trade certification process for vehicle dealers: All you need to know Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has announced extensive changes to the Trade Certificate system under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules. DNA - Published on September 17, 2022
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COVID-19: Government extends validity of motor vehicle documents till September 30 Earlier, the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) had extended the validity of important vehicle documents till June 30, 2021. DNA - Published on June 17, 2021