more-inThe much-publicised Ram Rajya Rath Yatra that showcased an altered vehicle as a model of the proposed Ram Mandir in Ayodhya is prima facie a violation of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, say officials in the State Transport Authority (STA). Officials in the STA say that the rath neither came under the class of transport vehicle nor non-transport vehicle. If it were a registered vehicle, the number plate should have been displayed in the front, rear and sides prominently. “It appears that the chassis of a heavy vehicle has been altered and modified into a temple on wheels. Any alteration of a registered vehicle should be for a specific purpose like ambulanceor fire tenders.

Source: The Hindu March 22, 2018 19:41 UTC