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Fitness Certificate Fraud Exposed: Kerala Vehicles Illegally Certified in Bihar Without Inspection

Thiruvananthapuram: A significant breach in vehicle fitness certification regulations has been uncovered, with fitness certificates fraudulently issued by a private automated testing centre in Bihar for vehicles that never left Kerala. The vehicles in question, five vans used by a Kochi-based private company to transport cash for ATMs, received certifications without undergoing mandatory inspections or repairs, prompting their subsequent cancellation.

Systemic Exploitation of Regulations

Under recently approved central government provisions, private vehicle fitness inspection centres are permitted to assess vehicles from any state, provided they adhere to stringent regulatory compliance. However, this case reveals a deliberate misuse of the system, where Kerala-registered vehicles obtained fitness certifications from a Bihar-based centre without fulfilling inspection requirements.

Investigation Highlights Flaws

A probe initiated by the Kerala Transport Commissioner’s office, following a tip-off, uncovered evidence of fraudulent activity. Toll records confirmed that the vehicles never left Kerala and were recorded at local toll booths even the day after their certificates were issued. This clear breach of regulations raises serious concerns about the integrity of fitness certification processes.

Broader Implications

Authorities warn that this malpractice may not be isolated to a few vehicles. Similar schemes could affect interstate buses, lorries, and other commercial vehicles, where fitness certificates might be secured without proper inspections, potentially facilitated by intermediaries.

Official Response and Action Plan

The Kerala Transport Commissioner has confirmed that a detailed report on the matter will be submitted to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways to seek immediate intervention and corrective measures.
"Fitness certifications are vital to ensuring the safety and reliability of vehicles on the road. Any attempt to bypass this process undermines public safety and must be addressed with urgency," the Commissioner stated.

Enhancing the Fitness Testing Framework

To strengthen the vehicle fitness testing ecosystem, seven new private inspection centres are planned for Kerala. Until these facilities are operational, fitness assessments will continue under the supervision of the state’s Motor Vehicles Department.

This alarming incident underscores the necessity of enforcing stringent compliance in vehicle certification procedures to uphold road safety and prevent accidents caused by unfit vehicles. Authorities are urged to take decisive action to eliminate loopholes and restore public trust in the system.

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