Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot on Tuesday said that the AAP led Delhi Government is exploring to replace physical Registration Certificates (RCs) with digital versions.

A meeting, which was held with representatives from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) and the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), focused on key issues such as delays in vehicle registration, non-compliance at multi-brand outlets, and backlogs in High-Security Registration Plate (HSRP) requests.

The possibility of replacing physical RCs with digital versions was also discussed during the meeting with the senior AAP leader directing the Transport Department to evaluate the feasibility of implementing digital RCs in Delhi, aiming to enhance convenience and streamline the process for residents.

Commenting on the discussions, Gahlot stated, "Timely delivery of vehicle registration certificates and adherence to compliance standards are critical to ensuring a seamless experience for vehicle owners in Delhi. The Delhi government is committed to improving these processes, and any non-compliance will be dealt with strictly. We are working towards making our systems more efficient and accessible for all."

During the meeting, Kailash Gahlot addressed the issue of delays in receiving Registration Certificates (RCs) for vehicles, despite dealers having access to self-registration facilities. He expressed concern over reports of delays lasting several days and directed the Transport Department to take strict action against non-compliant dealers.

He said that dealers found disregarding timelines may face cancellation of their trade certificates. He also emphasized the possibility of conducting surprise inspections to ensure adherence to the rules.

“The Delhi Government initiated the printing of RCs through self-registration by dealers in March 2021, with the first RC issued on 17th March 2021. This initiative was expanded across Delhi, and by September 2021, all self-registration dealers in the city were empowered to print RCs,” a statement said.

“Delhi has 263 dealers authorized to print RCs at their dealer points. By June 2024, a total of 15,11,428 RCs had been printed directly by dealers at the point of vehicle purchase. 3,07,630 RCs were printed in 2021, which increased to 4,72,311 in 2022. The number further rose to 4,96,828 in 2023. From January to June 2024 alone, 2,34,659 RCs were issued,” it added.