No Need to Carry Your Driving Licence or RC while Driving
Several amendments have been made under the Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). According to the new updates, you don't have to carry your driving licence or registration certificate (RC) while driving. Documents such as driving licences, e-challans, and RCs will now be digitalised.
Vehicle documents can be uploaded on the Central Government's online portals such as m-parivahan and DigiLocker. The reason behind this amendment is to make commuting easy for people as well as reduce corruption. The government will now be able to store penalties and records of a driver for a period of 10 years. The new changes will also help the government keep records of drivers who are differently-abled.
Mobile Phones Can Be Used while Driving
As per a new update in the Motor Vehicles Rules 1989, you can use a mobile phone or any other handheld device while driving for navigation. However, keep in mind that your concentration must not be affected when using such devices for navigation. A vehicle owner's name will now be printed on the front side of the RC. The back of the RC will have an embedded QR code and a microchip.
FAQs on No Need to Carry Your Driving Licence or RC while Driving
- Is it mandatory to carry a physical copy of my driving licence while driving?
No. According to an amendment made under the Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, you can keep your driving licence and RC in a digital format on m-parivahan or DigiLocker.
- Can I use my mobile phone while driving?
Yes, you can use your mobile phone while driving but only for navigation.
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