Under Digital India, schemes are being digitized nationwide – Transport Minister Anil Vij

Haryana Transport Minister Sh. Anil Vij today stated that under the digital initiative, schemes are being digitized across the country, emphasizing that without keeping pace with technology, we risk being left behind globally.He added that the transport sector in Haryana is progressing through technology and digitization, with concerted efforts to curb corruption and ensure smooth and efficient transport services for the public.

Sh. Vij also highlighted that to reduce road accidents; Haryana is placing special focus on the “Four Es”: Education, Enforcement, Engineering, and Environment and Emergency.Transport Minister Sh. Anil Vij made these remarks while addressing the inaugural session of the two-day workshop “e-Trans 2025” on the eTransport Project, organized by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and the National Informatics Centre (NIC) in Chandigarh today as the chief guest.

Participants from the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, along with representatives from 12 states and UT, are taking part in this workshop. These states include Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Delhi, and Chandigarh.

Prime Minister aims to make India a developed Nation by 2047 – Anil Vij

Speaking about Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s vision for a developed India, Sh Vij said that the Prime Minister aims to bring India into the category of developed countries by 2047. To achieve this goal, he emphasized the crucial role of technology. Sh Vij also highlighted the need to strengthen the e-transport system and stated that sharing experiences and ideas will help improve it further.

Every vehicle to be connected to an online data system

While underlining the significance of data in today’s era, Sh Vij said that data is now available for everything, and the plan is to connect every vehicle on the road to an online data system. To support this, the Central Ministry has developed several software applications and apps that must be actively used to simplify the lives of everyone associated with the transport sector.

We must use technology to reduce road accidents – Vij

Similarly, while addressing the issue of road accidents, Sh Vij emphasized the need to leverage technology to reduce accidents and save precious lives. He noted that the unprecedented increase in vehicle traffic over the past two decades has led to a worrying rise in road accidents. 

This not only disrupts the livelihoods of families but also causes immense pain, suffering, and financial loss. Therefore, promoting road safety is of utmost importance. Sh Vij shared that more than 10 lakh road accidents occurred across the country between January 1, 2023, and March 31, 2025, with over 23,000 accidents reported in Haryana during the same period.

We must use technology to build a strong system and minimize human intervention – Vij

Referring to the recent All India Transport Ministers Conference, Sh Vij mentioned that several measures have been decided upon to eradicate corruption in the transport sector. He stressed that technology must be used to strengthen the system and minimize human intervention to effectively eliminate corruption.

Haryana government committed to effective implementation of e-Transport Mission Mode Project – Vij

He said that the Haryana Government is fully committed to working in close coordination with the Central Ministry for the effective implementation of various initiatives under the e-Transport Mission Mode Project. 

In recent years, several new services have been introduced in Haryana under this project, including Aadhaar-authenticated online services, registered vehicle scrapping facilities, automated testing stations, Driving Training and Research Institutes (IDTRs), the e-Detailed Accident Report (e-DAR), the Sanjaya Portal, and the Cashless Scheme for Road Accident Victims.

Driving Training and Research Institutes to be established in every district – Vij

Sh Vij added that through the Driving Training and Research Institutes, the state aims to promote responsible driving behavior by providing comprehensive driver training, thereby reducing traffic-related accidents. To achieve this goal, IDTRs will be established in every district of the state. 

Currently, four IDTRs are operational in Rohtak, Bahadurgarh (Jhajjar), Karnal, and Kaithal. Additionally, construction of the IDTR in Bhiwani has been completed, and it will be made operational soon. Furthermore, a consultant has been appointed for setting up IDTRs in Nuh and Faridabad. 

Additionally, the revised layout plan for establishing a Regional Driving Training Centre (RDTC) in Gurugram has been approved by the government. The establishment of IDTRs in the remaining districts is currently under consideration by the Department.

He said that similarly, the e-Detailed Accident Report (e-DAR) portal is a significant initiative by the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways aimed at enhancing road safety across the country. The portal collects and analyses road accident data to identify high-risk areas and recommend corrective measures. The data-driven insights generated through this platform support evidence-based policymaking and strategic planning.

Sh Vij said that Sanjaya Portal, developed by the Centre of Excellence for Road Safety, IIT Madras under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, is a location intelligence and crash visualization platform. It enables stakeholders to identify accident-prone hotspots and emerging black spots, facilitating targeted interventions. 

The portal also supports the creation of action plans tailored to specific accident-prone areas, thereby contributing to improved road safety outcomes.He said that the Cashless Treatment Scheme for Road Accident Victims, 2025 is a commendable initiative launched by the Central Ministry to provide financial assistance for the medical treatment of accident victims. 

Under this scheme, victims of road accidents are eligible for cashless treatment of up to Rs 1.5 lakh for a maximum period of seven days from the date of the accident. The objective is to ensure timely and essential medical care for accident victims while reducing the financial burden on their families.He also highlighted that the e-Transport application is a significant step forward in ensuring efficiency, transparency, and convenience for citizens in the transport sector.

Use of new technology and data is essential to simplify people’s lives – V. Umashankar

Secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, Sh V. Umashankar, stated that the target is to reduce road accidents by 50 percent by the year 2030. This objective can be achieved through the effective use of data and new technology. 

Several new initiatives and positive changes have been implemented in the country’s transport sector, benefiting citizens significantly. Many services have been made faceless, which has simplified processes for people, saving both time and money.

He further mentioned that, to improve the traffic system, the central government provides grants to establish state-of-the-art driving training centers in districts across the country. He appealed to the states to maximize the use of these grants and open such centers at the district level. Emphasizing the importance of technology and data, he said these tools are essential to simplify people’s lives and eliminate corruption.

The Commissioner and Secretary, Transport Department Haryana Sh. T.L. Satyaprakash, officers from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India and representatives from the Transport Department and NIC from 12 states and Union Territory were also present at the workshop.