LUCKNOW: In a major push towards the Digital UP Mission, the Yogi Adityanath government has announced a significant change in vehicle registration. Motor vehicle registration booklets in Uttar Pradesh will now be replaced with chip-enabled smart cards, enhancing document security and streamlining administrative processes.
The move aims to provide convenience to vehicle owners while ensuring greater transparency in government operations.
Key benefits for vehicle owners:
- Eliminates the risk of RCs getting damaged due to water or wear and tear.
- Ensures data security through a microchip, preventing duplication.
- Provides a durable, high-quality RC for long-term use.
- Simplifies verification processes for police and transport authorities.
- Reduces corruption through digitalization.
How will data be safe in smart card?
Minister of State for Transport (Independent Charge) Dayashankar Singh shared that the smart card RC will contain two types of data—one that is physically visible and another that can be accessed through a card reader.Details in the physical section
Vehicle registration number, date, and validity
Chassis number, engine number, owner’s name, and address
Fuel type, emission standards, model, and color
Seating, standing, and sleeping capacity
Weight capacity, horsepower, wheelbase, and financier details
Data stored in the machine-readable section
Complete registration and ownership details
Records of challans, permits, and financing information
Trailer/semi-trailer attachment details
Information on articulated vehicles and retrofitting modifications
Enhanced transparency and easy verification
With this initiative, the Transport department and law enforcement agencies will benefit from a digitally strengthened verification system.
- RC authenticity can be verified instantly using a card reader.
- Prevents fraud and duplication of registration certificates.
- Digital processes will reduce bureaucratic delays for vehicle owners.
