Guwahati, 1 June: Assam government has extended the validity of registration, license, permits etc., till July 31 next and also waived off late payment fine for delay in renewal of such documents. An order has been issued in this regard in compliance of the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
In addition, State Government has also waived the compounding fees or fine for delay in payment of Commercial Tax of both the categories of passenger vehicles and goods vehicles till July 31 in the larger interest of the public.
State Transport Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary today had a detailed discussion with the department officials on the impact of the national lockdown. In view of the inconvenience faced by the people during the lockdown period, he decided to provide support and relief to the people related to the transport sector.