RTO Daman and Diu

Daman and Diu are among the most popular tourist destinations while also being the Union Territories of India. Its beautiful beaches, extraordinary architecture, and rich heritage attract a lot of people from across the country. This makes Daman and Diu face a lot of traffic congestion. 

The RTO offices (DD-03 and DD-01) make sure that the transportation system runs smoothly.   

The functions of Daman and Diu RTO include the following:

• Transfer car ownership

• Carry Vehicle registration transfer

• Issue and renew the registration certificate

• Issue NOC for vehicle

• Collect motor vehicle tax

• Register new motor vehicles

• Issue vehicle fitness certificate

• Provide national, tourist and international permit

• Issue duplicate RC for vehicles

• Arrange and renew driving licences for vehicles

RTO office in Daman and Diu issues the following types of driving licence such as:

• Driving Licence for Two-Wheeler Vehicle Without Gear

• Driving Licence for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV)

• Driving Licence Issued for Transport Vehicles

In Daman and Diu there are two types of vehicle registration: 

• Permanent Registration

• Temporary Registration

Remember, a non-transport vehicle’s RC is valid for 15 years. After that period, the owner has to register the vehicle every five years. 

The Directorate of Transport of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu impose the road tax in this Union Territory. Here is a detailed description:

1. Two-Wheeler Tax (depends on the engine capacity of the vehicle):

•  ₹150 (current rate) 

2. Four-Wheeler Tax (depends on the seating capacity of the vehicle):

• Up to 4 seats: ₹400 

• For every additional seating over 4 passengers: ₹40

• For every additional seating of up to 4 passengers: ₹50 

3. Motor-Vehicle Tax:

• Unladen weight between 2500 kg and 5000 kg: ₹800

• Unladen weight between 1200 to 2500 kg: ₹600 

• Unladen weight between 750 to 1200 kg: ₹450 

• Up to 750 kg unladen weight: ₹350 

• For every 1000 kg or excess 5000 kg: ₹150

4. Goods-Vehicle Tax:

• Vehicles (other than diesel) which are registered in laden weight (charged for every 100 kg): ₹20  

• Diesel vehicles which are registered in laden weight (charged on every 100 kg): ₹25

5. Non-Transport Vehicle Tax:

One has to pay 2.5% of the vehicle’s price at the time of registration.

• Motorcycles (ranging from below two years to between 14 to 15 years): ₹95.8 - ₹17.2

• Four-Wheelers (ranging from below two years to between 19 to 20 years): ₹97.2 - ₹14.5

6. Green Tax:

Transport vehicles that are 15 years old (calculated from the date of registration):

• Motorcycle: ₹200 per annum

• Auto-rickshaw (passenger and goods): ₹300 per annum

• Maxi cab and motor cab: ₹400 per annum

• Light commercial vehicles (passenger and goods): ₹500 per annum

• Medium commercial vehicles (passenger and goods): ₹600 per annum

• Heavy Vehicles (passenger and goods): ₹1000 per annum 

Non-transport vehicles that are 15 years old (calculated from the date of registration): 

• Two-Wheeler: ₹250 per five years

• Other than Two-Wheelers: ₹500 per five years

Below are some of the traffic violations and their fines that Daman and Diu commonly see: 

• Driving Without a Valid Driving Licence: ₹5000 

• Minors Driving Vehicle: ₹25000

• Violating Road Regulations: ₹1000

• Driving Without Wearing a Seat Belt: ₹1000 

• Over-Speeding: ₹1000 (LMV), ₹2000 (MPV/HPV)

• Not Providing a Way for Emergency Vehicles: ₹10000

• Drunk Driving: ₹10000

• Violating/Disobeying Road Rules: ₹1000

• Triple Riding on Two-Wheeler Vehicle: ₹1000

• Driving/Riding With No Helmet on: ₹1000

Yes. The Motor Vehicle Act implies that it is mandatory to have vehicle insurance while driving on the roads of Daman and Diu. This insurance is necessary as it provides coverage in emergencies where a third-party property is damaged or a third person is injured. 

If the authorities catch someone without vehicle insurance it may lead to fines and additional penalties. 

According to a report, in Daman’s Tin Batti area, a car accident took place where two cars collided and a fight brewed up between the drivers. This injured one bystander who tried to de-escalate the situation. The police detained the man who was responsible for the ruckus and took legal action. 

According to the Police Department’s (Dadra Nagar Haveli & Daman Diu) account, a Road Safety Enforcement (R.O.S.E) campaign was held. The Hon’ble DIG(P) DNH & DD, Superintendent of Police (HQ), DNH & DD and Superintendent of Police, DNH arranged the event at Kala Kendra, Silvassa.