Kargil, April 15: As per the plan of action and calendar of activities, the District Legal Services Authority Kargil organized an awareness programme on “Motor Vehicle Act and Rules at Petrol Pump, Kargil.

The program was attended by Truck Union President, Taxi Union President, DLSA staff members and PLVs.

Advocate Nissar Hussain Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel who was the resource person thoroughly highlighted the importance of the Motor Vehicle Act and Rules. He also said that the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, is a landmark legislation that governs the operation and management of motor vehicles in India.

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With the objective of ensuring road safety, efficient transportation and protection of rights of road users, the Act provides a comprehensive framework for traffic regulations, vehicle standards, licencing and penalties for violations.

Another resource person Advocate Haji Murtaza, Panel Advocate DLSA Kargil also spoke about the importance of the Motor Vehicles Amendment Bill-2019 that proposes a huge increase in various penalties for traffic violations, and making vehicles owners criminally liable for violations committee by juvenile drivers.

The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by presented by Idris Ahmad President of Track Union.

The programme was attended by about 70 Truck Drivers, Taxi Drivers, including DISA Staff and PLVs.