Fine of Rs 10,000 will be slapped for every vehicle modification, criminal case against workshops, action will be taken against officers as well: Minister Antony Raju

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Minister Antony Raju on Monday said that strict legal action will be taken against not only the vehicle owners but also against the dealers and workshop owners who help to alter the speed governors in the vehicles. Antony Raju warned that inspections will be intensified in the state and illegal vehicles will not be allowed on the roads.

"After determining the number of tourist buses and private buses under the 86 RT offices in the state, officials coming under each office will be given the responsibility of a fixed number of buses. If any irregularity is found in the bus, the concerned officer will also be held responsible. The license of those driving under the influence of drugs will be revoked. The Motor Vehicle Department will conduct inspections from tomorrow to find out those driving under influence of drugs. These inspections will be carried with the help of the excise department," the minister said.