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Jammu DM Clarifies Vehicle Modification Rules to Bar Structural Changes

The clarification ties permissible changes to manufacturer-approved dimensions to curb unsafe alterations.

This clarification follows intensified traffic enforcement drives across Jammu, during which several vehicles with unauthorised modifications were found in violation of the Motor Vehicles Act and related safety norms. (File)

Overview

  • Altering a vehicle’s original dimensions or chassis is prohibited under the clarified order.
  • Tinted glass, pressure horns, high-intensity lights, and front and rear bull guards remain banned on safety grounds.
  • Cosmetic upgrades such as paintwork and aesthetic fittings are allowed when they comply with legal and safety standards.
  • BIS-approved alloy wheels are permitted if they match manufacturer specifications and do not change the vehicle’s dimensions.
  • The guidance follows consultations with traffic police and recent enforcement drives that identified unauthorized modifications.