Govt proposes to make airbags mandatory for co-driver seat, asks people to give suggestions
The proposed timelines for implementation are April 1, 2021, for new models and June 1, 2021, for existing models.
New Delhi, Dec 29, 2020: In a significant measure to boost passenger safety, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes to make it mandatory that an airbag be provided for the passenger seated on the front seat of a vehicle, next to the driver. If you have any suggestions or objections then you can send a mail to the Ministry of Road Transport.
The proposed timelines for implementation are April 1, 2021, for new models and June 1, 2021, for existing models.
A draft notification no. GSR 797 (E) dated December 28th, 2020 to this effect has been published on the Ministry’s website.
People can submit their comments and suggestions through the email address: [email protected] 30 days from the date of notification.
