The Carriage by Road Act, 2007

The Carriage by Road Act, 2007 was enacted to regulate the carriage of goods by road in India and to provide for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. The act lays down provisions for the registration of carriers, licensing of drivers, and the maintenance of records related to the carriage of goods. It also provides for the establishment of a national permit system to facilitate the smooth movement of goods across different states. The act aims to ensure the safety and security of goods and passengers carried by road and to streamline the transport of goods by road in India.