The Regional Transport Office (RTO) has issued notice to all three wheel auto rickshaw drivers to wear their uniform and hold their name plates while driving rickshaw. Those found breaching the regulation will be penalized.

Seeing the growing number of tourists in the city, RTO has decided to regularize rickshaw drivers to avoid any unlawful activities. Wearing uniform and carrying official name plate will be compulsory for all drivers registered with RTO.

Kaan Singh, officer of RTO informed, “The campaign was started today by advising all drivers to follow the rules, after few days we will take strict action against defaulters.”

“Our motive is to identify all auto rickshaw drivers registered with RTO and it will help us to point out those who are operating their business illegally,” added Singh.

Welcoming the decision, Mohammad Saeed Sakka, president of Auto Rickshaw Driver’s Union said, “In the movement, RTO officers will check only three wheel auto drivers which is commonly used medium of transportation for tourists.”