Mayiladuthurai inspection suspends certificates for unsafe school vehicles

A school vehicle inspection in Mayiladuthurai resulted in the temporary suspension of fitness certificates for 14 vehicles due to safety violations. The inspection, overseen by the Collector, checked 251 vehicles from 65 schools for safety features like emergency exits and fire extinguishers, as well as documentation. The non-compliant vehicles must be re-inspected within a week. The drive, conducted under the Tamil Nadu Motor Vehicles rules, also included demonstrations on fire safety and emergency response. Officials warned of strict action for future violations.