Shocking Truth Revealed: Bomb Blast Car Still Registered To Original Owner! Govt Portal Flaw Exposed!

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Akshat Lakshkar | Whalesbook News Team

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The recent bomb blast near Delhi's Red Fort, which tragically killed 13 people, has brought to light critical issues with India's vehicle ownership transfer system. The car used in the attack was found to be registered with its original owner, even though it had reportedly been sold four times over the past decade. This situation is largely attributed to functional inconsistencies in the central government portal designed to streamline ownership transfers between sellers and buyers.

Traditionally, Regional Transport Offices (RTOs), managed by state governments, required the physical presence of both buyer and seller for ownership transfer. This often posed difficulties for dealers, especially when transactions involved buyers and sellers in different states. While the central government has attempted to address issues like corruption and streamline processes through initiatives and the new Motor Vehicle Act (December 2022), the central portal for online ownership transfer remains dysfunctional.

Many dealers, particularly in the unorganized sector, frequently neglect or fail to complete the necessary post-sale ownership paperwork. Efforts are underway to improve data accuracy, including linking mobile numbers to vehicle owner details, which will be essential for services like pollution certificate renewals. However, the current state of the online system continues to create hurdles for authenticating vehicle ownership, posing challenges for law enforcement and potentially impacting public safety.

Impact: This news has a significant impact on public safety and law enforcement's ability to track vehicles, especially in criminal investigations. It also highlights systemic inefficiencies in government digital initiatives and affects the operational ease for used car dealers. Rating: 7/10

Difficult Terms: Regional Transport Offices (RTOs): Government offices responsible for vehicle registration, licensing, and enforcing traffic regulations at the state level. Pollution Under Check (PUC) certificates: Certificates issued to vehicles that meet the prescribed emission standards. Motor Vehicle Act: A legislation governing road transport and traffic, including vehicle registration, licensing, insurance, and safety regulations.