| Ques.1 |
Which vehicle require
permit ?
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| Ans. |
The following
Transport Vehicles shall have permits issued by the concerned Regional
Transport Authority or State Transport Authority to use the vehicle as
a transport vehicle. Various categories of permits are issued
depending upon the use of vehicle. The following are categories of
permits issued by S.T.A.
| Stage Carriage :
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Only Chandigarh Transport Undertaking is being issued these permits at
present. |
| Contract Carriage :
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1) Buses-120 as on 31.8.06.
2) Auto Rickshaws-2000 as on 31.8.2006.
3) A.C.Taxis-130 as on 31.8.2006(with 02-A Series)
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| Private Service Vehicles:
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i) In the name of firm/company/institution and trusts (7+1 seater and above)
ii) In the name or under agreement with educational Institutions.
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| Goods Carriage:
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a) LMV/MHV/HMV/Multi
b) Axle Vehicles
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| All India Permit to Tourist Vehicles:
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(i) Motor Cabs------ 02 Series.
(ii) Maxi Cabs------- 02 Series.
(iii) Tourist Buses--- 02 Series.
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The permit is valid for the period of five years. Special permits will
be issued for a limited period for the conveyance of passengers on
special occasions such as Fairs, Religious Gatherings, Seasonal
business or temporary need.
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| Ques.2 |
Who is eligible for
permit ?
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| Ans. |
Any registered
owner of a transport vehicle can apply for the permit. However, there
are restrictions or permits are made available only after notification
of government.
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| Ques.3 |
Who enforces the permit
conditions ?
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| Ans. |
The Enforcement
Wing of Transport Department inspects the permit conditions.
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| Ques.4 |
What is the action taken
against violation of permit conditions ?
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| Ans. |
Action is taken
by State Transport Authority (STA) against these offenders Under
Section 86 of M.V. Act for suspension/cancellation of permits.
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| Ques.5 |
Where do I have to apply
for different permits ?
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| Ans. |
Application
along with other necessary documents, as per checklists can be
submitted at the Counter in office of Secretary, State Transport
Authority., Sector-18, Chandigarh.
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