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Delhi to roll out new traffic challan system; direct court appeals to be barred
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 will be implemented to create a fully digital, time-bound traffic challan system. Violators will have 45 days to pay or challenge via an online grievance redressal officer; if no action is taken, the challan is deemed accepted and payment is due within 30 days, with direct court appeals curtailed.
Why It Matters
The move centralizes enforcement through a digital platform, potentially altering motorists' avenues for contesting challans and aiming to improve rule compliance and road safety.
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Delhi Chief Minister announces digital traffic challan system with 45-day payment or challenge window; direct court appeals barred
May 4, 2026
Chief minister Rekha Gupta announced that the Delhi government will implement amendments introduced by the Centre to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. The system will be fully digital, time-bound, and accountable, aiming to improve compliance and reduce road accidents. Under the revised rules, violators will have 45 days to either pay the fine or challenge it before a grievance redressal officer through an online portal. If no action is taken within 45 days, the challan will be deemed accepted, and payment must be made within the next 30 days. Direct appeals to courts regarding challans will no longer be allowed.