There is important news for people dealing with vehicle-related work in Delhi. The Transport Department has decided to reopen multiple RTO (Regional Transport Office) centers that were shut during the COVID-19 period.
These offices were earlier closed to promote online services. But now, the government is bringing them back to make things easier for the public.
Under the new plan, every district in Delhi will have its own RTO office.
RTO Services Will Be Available Closer to Home
As part of this restructuring, a total of 13 RTO offices will be reopened across Delhi. At present, only four RTOs are fully functional.
Once all offices start working, people will not have to travel long distances anymore. Most services will be available within their own district, saving both time and effort.
Online Services Continue, But Physical Help Returns
Over the past few years, nearly 90% of RTO services have gone online. This includes:
Learning driving license
Driving license renewal
Duplicate license
Vehicle ownership transfer
However, some work still requires physical verification or document submission. That’s why reopening RTO offices has become necessary to improve convenience for citizens.
DL-13 Series Makes a Comeback
Another major change is in vehicle registration numbers. The DL-13 series, which was discontinued earlier, will now return.
At the same time, the DL-14 series has been removed. Officials believe this step will make the registration system more organized and easier to manage.
New RTO Locations Across Delhi
The new RTO offices will be set up in several key areas, including:
Mall Road
Jam Nagar House
Lado Sarai
Hari Nagar
Loni
Sarai Kale Khan
Mayur Vihar
Wazirpur
Dwarka
Raja Garden
Rohini
Burari
These locations are spread across districts so that residents can easily access services nearby.
When Will the New RTOs Start?
Preparations are already underway to make all 13 RTOs operational. This includes setting up infrastructure, hiring staff, and completing technical work.
The official timeline for launch will be announced soon. Once ready, the new system is expected to make RTO services faster, simpler, and more accessible for everyone.
