Agra transport drive challans 62 ambulances and seizes 14 unfit vehicles
Agra's transport department challaned 62 ambulances and seized 14 as unfit after a five-day inspection drive from 3 to 7 October, officials said.
The divisional transport department in Agra challaned 62 ambulances and seized 14 during a special inspection drive held from 3 to 7 October 2026, according to Amar Ujala. ARTO Alok Kumar gave the details. The drive was carried out on instructions from the state government.
Ten teams checked ambulances on different routes and in different areas of the district. They examined documents, permits, fitness status and the essential facilities required under prescribed standards.
Of the 62 vehicles challaned for violations such as missing or deficient documents, 14 were found to be in such poor condition that they could not be allowed on the road. Those 14 were seized and handed over to police custody.
The department said ambulance inspections will continue, with the stated aim of ensuring compliance with standards and protecting patient safety.
Why it matters for ambulance owners and drivers
- Valid documents, permits and fitness certificates are being checked on the road.
- Vehicles judged unfit can be seized, not just fined.
- Officials said the checks will continue.
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