After Delhi Bus Rape Horror, Govt Mandates Working GPS, Panic Buttons, Reiterates Curtain Ban
The order follows the alleged gang-rape of a 17-year-old passenger and warns that violations can bring penalties, vehicle impounding and permit action.
- On Tuesday, the Delhi Transport Department mandated all buses operating in the capital to maintain functional Vehicle Location Tracking Devices and panic buttons at all times.
- The directive follows reports on Monday that a 17-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped inside a private bus in Delhi-NCR, reviving memories of the 2012 Nirbhaya case.
- Officials ordered operators to ensure buses remain free of unauthorised curtains or window films while requiring crews to assist disabled passengers and immediately report any harassment to the Police.
- Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh announced strict enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act, warning that violations could result in vehicle impounding, penalties, or permit cancellation.
- These measures require all buses to verify staff credentials and maintain safety equipment, positioning the Transport Department's effort to establish more reliable public transport standards.
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Delhi Govt Tightens Bus Safety Rules, Orders Strict Action for Violations
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Delhi government has issued fresh directions to all bus operators in the capital, including buses from other states, to strictly follow passenger safety and operational norms. The Transport Department has put special focus on the safety of women and children and warned that violations will invite action under the law. India News | Delhi Govt Tightens Bus Safety Rules, Orders Strict Action…
After Noida bus gang-rape, Delhi tightens bus safety rules, bans curtains, tinted films
Delhi authorities mandated enhanced bus safety measures following a recent gang-rape incident. Bus operators must now ensure functional tracking devices and panic buttons are always active. Unsafe stops and obscured windows are strictly prohibited for all public transport vehicles. Drivers and crew will receive training on preventing harassment and reporting misconduct promptly.
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