Patna, February 19 The Bihar government will launch a statewide investigation within the next 15 days to identify and take action against modified "DJ" vehicles that are violating permission norms, Transport Minister Shrawon Kumar said.
Responding to a question by Independent MLC Banshidhar Brajwasi during the ongoing budget session, Kumar said that such vehicles would be restricted and their registration cancelled if found operating without the necessary permission.
Brajwasi had pointed out that the structure of several "DJ" vehicles in the state had been altered in a way that concealed their registration numbers.
"DJ" vehicles are typically equipped with an amplifier, mixer, and speakers that emit extremely loud sound.
Kumar said that the department would conduct a statewide inquiry within 15 days and ensure that vehicles carrying DJs without authorization are prevented from operating.
In a written reply presented in the House, the minister cited provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, stating that Section 52 prohibits any modification to a vehicle's structure without prior approval from the registering authority.
He said that unauthorized structural changes could lead to the cancellation of registration under Section 55(5) and penalties under Section 182(A) of the Act.
Kumar asserted that the department would ensure that no "DJ" vehicle operates in the state without permission.