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The newly introduced ADTTs is equipped with high-definition cameras and offers integrated IT systems to conduct driving license evaluations.
Maruti Suzuki. (File photo)
In a move to enhance road safety and better travel experience, Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, took a significant step and inaugurated Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh. The decision has been taken under the supervision of Maruti Suzuki under its CSR initiative.
Talking about the newly introduced ADTTs, it is equipped with high-definition cameras and offers integrated IT systems to conduct driving license evaluations. This will eliminate human intervention from the process and will make it as comfortable as possible. The technology will ensure a better, comprehensive, efficient, and transparent testing process for driving license seekers.
All About ADTTs
As per the details shared by the brand, the evaluation at ADTTs is done in line with the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR). It has been informed that both the latest ADTTs will cater to driving license testing for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and 2-wheelers. Amid this, the car maker has also operated an ADTT in Dehradun since 2019. The facility has won accolades from the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand for Excellence and Good Governance in 2019-2020.
Views By Top Official Of Maruti Suzuki
Expressing views about the same, Rahul Bharti, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Affairs, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “We thank the Uttarakhand Government for their continued association with Maruti Suzuki. Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami, Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand is rapidly progressing. One of the key growth drivers for the state is tourism. Efficient and skilled drivers are needed to boost tourism and contribute to safer roads. Our Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) can play a vital role in achieving this goal by ensuring that only skilled and competent drivers receive a license through a 100% computerised, transparent, and efficient testing process.”
Government Official Statement
Expressing the views about the same, Shri Brijesh Kumar Sant (IAS), Secretary Transport, Uttarakhand Government, said, “We are committed to making Uttarakhand’s roads safer, and Maruti Suzuki’s ADTTs are an important enabler in this direction. Our association with Maruti Suzuki goes back to 2009, when the Institute of Driving and Traffic Research was established in Dehradun. With the comprehensive evaluation at ADTTs, we can ensure that only skilled drivers get a driving license. Another state-run road safety initiative where we work with Maruti Suzuki is refresher training for commercial drivers before Char Dham yatra (holy pilgrimage). I also compliment the Company for steering this training program, which helps prepare drivers for yatra route.”
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Uttarakhand (Uttaranchal), India, India
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