Andhra Pradesh govt plans 24-hour vehicle registration approval system

VIJAYAWADA: The Andhra Pradesh govt is likely to introduce a new vehicle registration system that promises approval within just 24 hours — significantly reducing delays faced by vehicle owners.Under the proposed policy framework, transport officials have to process and complete vehicle registrations within a strict 24-hour deadline, failing which the registration will be deemed approved automatically.Currently, delays in vehicle registration often inconvenience buyers, particularly in cities with high application volumes. The new system is expected to streamline backend verification processes, and improve coordination between automobile dealers and transport offices.Chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu has reportedly directed the transport department to ensure that registrations of new vehicles are completed without bureaucratic delays. The initiative aims to bring greater transparency, accountability, and efficiency to transport services.Officials said the move is part of the state govt’s push towards technology-driven governance and time-bound public service delivery. The reform is expected to benefit lakhs of vehicle owners, auto dealers, and transport operators by eliminating unnecessary waiting periods and procedural hurdles.“The new policy, likely to be implemented across the state, will ensure that newly purchased vehicles are registered within 24 hours, irrespective of whether the purchase is made on a Sunday or a holiday. The transport department is preparing the necessary technical infrastructure and operational guidelines for the statewide rollout,” a source in the department said.The proposed reform is also expected to enhance administrative accountability, as pending applications will no longer remain at the discretion of officials.