The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced stricter regulations for vehicles running on All-India Tourist Permits (AITP).
From April 1, these vehicles will no longer be allowed to stay outside their home state for more than 60 days continuously, down from the previous 90-day limit.
The rules are part of the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Amendment Rules, 2026 and aim to improve monitoring, enhance passenger safety, and prevent misuse of tourist permits.
Key Provisions of the New Rules
Time Limit and Trip Requirements
Tourist vehicles must now:
Return to their home state before 60 days are up
Start or end each trip in their home state
This ensures better tracking and oversight of vehicles on long trips.
Mandatory Tracking and Permit Conditions
Vehicles must now:
Be equipped with a location tracking device and emergency button
Carry a list of approved passengers (no picking up random passengers)
Avoid operating as a regular stage carriage
Have no unpaid traffic fines older than 45 days
Toll and Route Compliance
Before issuing permits, home states must confirm:
All tolls and user fees from previous trips are paid
Operators carry details of the trip, including origin, destination, and route through all states
Why These Rules Matter
The authorities aim to curb misuse of tourist permits and make sure vehicles are operated safely and legally.
Frequent monitoring (every 60 days) allows officials to check:
Vehicle safety compliance
Valid documentation
Proper passenger transport
By tightening rules and enforcing tracking, these changes are designed to protect passengers and improve accountability for tourist vehicle operators.
