Govt. Introduces Amendments in VEHICLE Scrapping Facility

Amendments to the Registration and Functions of Vehicle Scrapping Facility Rules in India have been introduced with several important changes. Here are the Key Highlights of the Amendments:

• No Incentives for Government or Impounded Vehicles: Government-owned or impounded vehicles handed over by enforcement agencies will no longer receive incentives on the Certificate of Deposit (CD) issued for them.

• Extended Certificate Validity: The certificate of deposit (CD) will now be valid for three years instead of two years from the date of issuance.

• Enhanced Audits: Registered scrappers must conduct regular audits of their facilities by agencies specified under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, covering regulatory compliance and mass flow statements verification.

• Environmental Compliance: To ensure compliance with environmental regulations, scrapping facilities must now obtain Consent to Establish (CTE) from the Pollution Control Board (PCB) before starting operations.

• Extended CD Validity: The validity period for CDs has been extended to three years, providing more flexibility to vehicle owners.

• Operational Consent: Before commencing operations, scrapping facilities must obtain Consent to Operate (CTO) from the PCB, with applications required at least 60 days in advance.

• Digital Documentation: Physical receipts for CD issuance are no longer required. Applicants will now receive digital receipts.

• Non-tradable CDs for Government Vehicles: CDs issued for government-owned or impounded vehicles will not be electronically tradable, preventing misuse.

Moreover, these amendments aim to:

• Promote the establishment of environmentally friendly scrapping facilities.
• Ensure responsible vehicle disposal practices.
• Provide greater flexibility and transparency for vehicle owners.
• Strengthen the vehicle scrapping ecosystem in India.

For more details, you can access the official notification from here.

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