Issue of driving license to divyangjan for e-rickshaws/ e-carts

Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) on 2nd May, 2023 issued circular regarding issuance of driving license for Divyangjan.  State/UTs are advised to take a lenient view while granting of driving license. Considerations include:

  1. Left leg (partial/full) – May be considered
  2. Right leg (partial/full) – May be considered
  3. Both leg (partial/full) – May be considered
  4. Left/right hand (partial/full) – May be considered
  5. Both hands (partial/full) – May be considered under special circumstances
  6. Combination of one lower limb or upper limb – May be considered under special circumstances
  7. Person with short stature – May be considered
  8. Person with spine disability – May be considered

Following aspects are also included for issuing license: vision, muscle strength, coordination and reaction time, judgement and decision making abilities, ability to drive with adaptive equipment. In case of denial of license to Divyangjan it must be intimated to Transport Commissioner.

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