Chandigarh administration mandates transparent sheets for auto rickshaws

Chandigarh: The Chandigarh administration has directed that for the safety of passengers, all auto rickshaw/e-rickshaw operators must affix acrylic or plastic transparent sheets only.
"It has been observed that the auto rickshaw/e-rickshaw operators have affixed black sheets/curtains in their autos to prevent themselves/passengers from rain/winter season, which is not permissible by law," said a UT spokesperson.
"As per rule 100 of the Central Motor Vehicle Rules 1989, in the case of three-wheelers and vehicles with hood and side covers, the windows may be of acrylic or plastic transparent sheet. For the safety of passengers, all the auto rickshaw/e-rickshaw operators are hereby directed to affix acrylic or plastic transparent sheets only," said the spokesperson.
The exercise is to be completed by Feb 28, 2025, failing which the autos and e-rickshaws will be challaned/impounded as per rules.