Hathras – In a surprise verification exercise carried out by the state transport department outside Bagla Combined District Hospital on Monday evening, five privately‑operated ambulances were seized for allegedly breaching transport regulations.
Why the Sweep Was Initiated?
The operation targeted vehicles stationed near the main entrance of the hospital and the adjacent over‑bridge. Inspectors from the enforcement wing, headed by Assistant Regional Transport Officer Laxman Prasad and Probationary Transport Officer Ram Babu, examined each ambulance to verify the presence of mandatory paperwork.
Documentation Reviewed
The officials checked a range of documents, such as:
- Vehicle registration certificates
- Fitness certificates
- Insurance policies
- Road‑tax receipts
- Relevant permits and licences
All five ambulances were found lacking one or more of these essential documents, leading to their immediate confiscation.
Penalties and Legal Action
Two owners opted to compound the violation on the spot, paying a total of about Rs 12,000. The remaining three ambulances are now subject to formal legal proceedings, and all seized vehicles have been transferred to the ARTO office for further processing.
Continuing Enforcement Effort
The transport department clarified that this inspection is part of an ongoing campaign aimed at eliminating unlicensed or improperly documented ambulances operating in the vicinity of the district hospital. Authorities are also cracking down on illegal parking of ambulances that linger near the premises while awaiting patients.
By tightening oversight, officials hope to guarantee that every private ambulance serving the community adheres to the required safety and regulatory standards.
