Transport Department earns Rs. 1236.53 crore in 16 months: Agnihotri
The transport department has achieved a new milestone as it has earned a revenue of Rs. 1236.53 crore in the last 16 months. This has become possible under the visionary leadership and guidance of Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and stamps the transparency and effectiveness of corrective measure undertaken by Shri Agnihotri since assuming the charge as the minister of the department. The transport department earned Rs. 912.18 crore during the fiscal 2024-25 and Rs. 324.35 crore during the first four months of fiscal 2025-26, i.e. April to July, 2025.
The Deputy Chief Minister said that this achievement could be credited to the success of the implementation of the policies, and dedication and hard-work of the entire administration. He said that the transport department was not limited to its operations on the roads, but is a strong pillar that shapes and speeds-up the economic progress of the state. He added the department focused and prioritized upon departmental transparency, much needed improvement in the technical system of tax collection and digitalization of public services. The revenue receipts were the result of these positive steps.
During the fiscal 2024-25, the department earned Rs. 160.28 crore revenue trough permit fee, license fee and penalties under Indian Motor Vehicle Act. Similarly, under State Motor Vehicle Act, a revenue of Rs. 712.82 was earned through token tax, composite fees, special registration charges, SRT and green tax. Additionally, Rs. 39.08 crore was earned through green tax and various other fee.
In the first four months of fiscal 2025-26 till July, 2025, Rs. 63.09 crore was earned through Indian Motor Vehicle Act, Rs. 250.01 crore trough State Motor Vehicle Act and Rs. 11.25 crore through other sources. As per the officers of the department, the revenue collection could reach well above Rs. 1,000 crore till the end of the year.
Shri Agnihotri said that various reforms, including technically strengthening the department, were being introduced, making services like vehicle registration, grant of permit, tax deposit and various processes of monitoring online ensuring transparency. This has resulted in drastic fall in fraudulent activities and accessibility of services at the doorstep of public.
The Deputy Chief Minister said that the revenue collection exceeding Rs. 1236 crore is a huge leap in making Himachal financially strong and congratulated the officers and staff of the transport department for the success.
