Hyderabad, Feb. 13 -- The Telangana Transport Department has announced a key decision aimed at reducing road accidents across the state by mandating the installation of QR code-enabled reflective tapes and rear marking plates on transport vehicles.

The new rule will come into effect from February 20, according to an official statement issued on Thursday, February 12.

Reflective tapes mandatory for fitness certificate

The department clarified that transport vehicles must install the reflective tapes in order to obtain their annual Fitness Certificate. Without compliance, vehicles will not be issued the mandatory certification required for operation.

The initiative is intended to enhance the visibility of transport vehicles during night...