The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has released a draft notification mandating the inclusion of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems in new vehicles carrying more than eight passengers, effective April 2026. This regulation will apply to various vehicle categories, including cars, SUVs, trucks, and buses.
Key ADAS features, such as Advanced Emergency Braking Systems (AEBS), Driver Drowsiness and Attention Warning Systems (DDAWS), and Lane Departure Warning Systems (LDWS), will become compulsory. While new models launched after April 2026 must incorporate these technologies, existing models must comply by October 2026.
To support this initiative, MoRTH has proposed amendments to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), making these safety enhancements a legal requirement. The goal is to improve road safety and introduce automatic braking capabilities for situations where drivers fail to respond quickly.
The draft also specifies that both mini and regular buses, along with trucks manufactured after the stated date, must include these safety systems. Another significant proposal is the introduction of blind spot monitoring systems for larger vehicles, aimed at preventing collisions with pedestrians and motorists in hard-to-see areas.