Are roof racks legal in India?

Installation of carriers is completely legal irrespective of the type of car you are driving down the road. Hence, no official or police will be able to give a ticket or fine you for a carrier on the rooftop of your private, registered car.

Is carrier allowed on private vehicles in Delhi?

There is no mention of any restrictions of roof carrier in Central motor vehicle act, it superceded by some state motor vehicle acts in certain situations. Motor vehicle act has no mention of any type of ban on luggage carrier on a private vehicle. Mp, delhi, – no ban.

Is luggage carrier allowed on private vehicles in Rajasthan?

Luggage Carrier is not allowed on private cars in many states. Our delhi registered Car with a luggage carrier was stopped in Jaipur, Rajasthan during a visit and was challaned some 3–4 years back. Traffic cop informed that these are allowed only on Taxis and not on private Cars in Rajasthan.

Are bike racks illegal in India?

It is only the rear and top overhang protrusion on either side that is considered an offence as it may pose danger to other commuters on the road. ADGP Rao’s tweet turned into a debate on social media as many cycling enthusiasts were not happy with the new fine.

Can you put luggage on top of your car?

When tieing down your luggage, make use of cam straps or ratchet straps and make sure that you do not over-tighten so that you do not damage your luggage or cargo, or even worse, your vehicle. While most people will advise that you use a roof rack for putting luggage on the top of your car.

What happens when one does not follow the traffic rules?

If traffic rules are not followed, there can be more accidents. The absence of traffic rules can significantly increase accidents, injuries to pedestrians and animals and also chaos and confusion. An absence of the Constitution will make a nation more prone to illegal activities.

Are cycle racks illegal?

The fine issue soon caught the attention of ADGP, Bhaskar Rao, who is an avid cyclist and posted a tweet clarifying that there is no penalty for carrying cycles on cars. It is only the rear and top overhang protrusion on either side that is considered an offence as it may pose danger to other commuters on the road.

Can we carry bicycle on car in India?

Carrying cycles on the car does not attract any penalty or fines. It is only the rear and top overhang and protrusion on either side is considered an offence because it is lateral overhang and will pose danger to other road users.