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The widespread use of non-ISI-certified helmets among two-wheeler riders in Guwahati has raised serious concerns over road safety and compliance with traffic regulations
As per Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) norms, all helmets sold in India must carry an ISI (Indian Standards Institute) certification to ensure adequate protection during accidents
Under the updates made to the Motor Vehicles Act 1998, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has not only made ISI helmets mandatory but also imposed a fine for anyone who is found with the helmet chin strap undone. If the helmet is ISI-certified but the strap is undone, the fine is said to be ₹1,000. If the helmet does not bear ISI marking, it will invite a fine of ₹1,000.
According to Section 129 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1998, “Every person, above four years of age, driving or riding a motorcycle of any class or description, shall, while in a public place, wear protective headgear conforming to the standards of Bureau of Indian Standards, and is securely fastened to the head of the wearer by means of straps or other fastenings provided on the headgear.”
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