From Sept 1, drivers must carry their original license: Tamil Nadu Transport Minister

The State government has made it mandatory for drivers to carry their original licences from September 1. Addressing reporters at Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC) headquarters, where a review meeting on road safety was held, Transport Minister MR Vijayabhaskar said drivers will need to carry their original licence from September 1.

He said there have been instances when drivers carry photocopies of licences, even though they might have been temporarily suspended or revoked. ?This measure was taken after consultation with senior traffic police officials. It will help reduce accidents,? the minister said. Reiterating that the government will take required steps, the minister said road accidents during January- July this year had reduced. ?It has fallen by 3244, compared to the same period last year.

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