Hathras – In an unplanned verification exercise carried out by the state transport department outside Bagla Combined District Hospital on Monday evening, five privately‑operated ambulances were confiscated for failing to meet mandatory transport regulations.
Why the Sweep Was Launched
The operation targeted ambulances stationed close to the hospital’s main gate and the adjoining over‑bridge. The enforcement team, headed by Assistant Regional Transport Officer Laxman Prasad and Probationary Transport Officer Ram Babu, examined each vehicle to verify the presence of required paperwork.
Documents Checked
Inspectors reviewed a range of documents, including:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Fitness certificate
- Insurance policy
- Road tax receipt
- Relevant permits and licences
All five ambulances were found missing one or more of these essential documents, leading to their immediate seizure.
Fines and Legal Action
Two operators opted to settle the violation on the spot, paying a combined fine 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.
Continued Enforcement Effort
The transport department emphasized that this inspection is part of an ongoing campaign to eliminate unlicensed or improperly documented ambulances operating around the district hospital. Authorities are also cracking down on illegal parking of ambulances that linger near hospital premises while awaiting patients.
By tightening oversight, officials aim to guarantee that every private ambulance serving the community complies with safety and regulatory standards.
