Lucknow, August 13 : Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed on Tuesday that RTO offices should be equipped with facilities similar to those in passport offices.

During a review meeting with the Transport Corporation and Transport Department, he emphasized the need to enhance public utility services at RTO offices. “The public should not have to endure unnecessary delays. Utilize technology to streamline processes,” he asserted.

He also stressed that no fake licenses should be issued and that the presence of outsiders in RTO offices should be minimized. “Provide amenities at RTO offices comparable to those at passport offices. Implement advanced technology to make Uttar Pradesh's RTO offices exemplary across the nation,” he concluded.

CM Yogi highlighted that Uttar Pradesh is the first state in India to implement the e-challan system. He noted the critical role of the Transport Department due to its direct connection with the public. “Therefore, introduce as many faceless services as possible in the state, similar to the Sarathi app and portal for issuing driving licenses,” he advised.

He also emphasized the importance of safeguarding school children, who are the future of both the state and the country. “Any tampering with their safety will not be tolerated. Launch a campaign to conduct fitness tests for school vehicles and ensure that only trained drivers are operating them,” he stated.

CM Yogi stated that illegal vehicles should be prohibited from operating on the roads and must be halted at zero points. He also directed the Home, Mining, and Transport Departments to establish a task force to address the issue of overloaded vehicles, ensuring that overloaded vehicles from other states are stopped at the border.

He emphasized that the new scrap policy should be effectively implemented across the state. “Scrap condemned vehicles promptly to help reduce pollution levels,” he added.

CM Yogi stated that the Maha Kumbh in 2025 will be more divine and grand compared to 2019. “Deploy seven thousand dedicated buses to ensure that devotees and tourists traveling to the Maha Kumbh experience no inconvenience. Ensure that drivers and conductors are properly trained and that they have ID cards and uniforms,” he instructed.

He also emphasized the need for new bus stations to be constructed in the state in a phased manner, with designs reflecting the art and culture of Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, CM Yogi stressed the importance of adhering strictly to all road safety regulations, with no room for negligence.