Hyderabad: The state government has decided to remove border check posts in response to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways’ instructions. This move aims to make interstate transport smoother and remove barriers for commercial vehicles.
This decision follows central government guidelines after the Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced. The transport department stated that check posts were initially set up to manage vehicle flow, ensure transport rules were followed, and collect road taxes. However, with GST in place and digital advancements, these physical check posts are no longer necessary. Transport Commissioner Surendra Mohan emphasized that eliminating these check posts will create a seamless transport network and reduce administrative work.
Removing these check posts is expected to increase transparency, lower transportation costs, and boost the state’s GDP. It will also improve Telangana’s reputation for ease of doing business. The government ordered that all services related to the Motor Vehicle Act at these check posts, including enforcement and fee collection, should end to ensure smooth vehicle and logistics movement.
The order also mentions that Motor Vehicles Inspectors and Assistant Inspectors will be reassigned from check posts to district enforcement duties to tackle tax evasion and road safety issues. Their activities will be supervised by the District Transport Commissioner (DTC) to maintain enforcement revenue. For six months after the check posts are removed, mobile squads will operate in border districts to educate and ensure that no vehicle enters Telangana without paying the required tax.
