Odisha Govt Announces One-Time Settlement Scheme for Pending E-Challans

Odisha Govt Announces One-Time Settlement Scheme for Pending E-Challans

Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at easing the settlement of long-pending traffic fines, the Odisha Government has launched a One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for pending e-challans issued up to July 31, 2025. The Commerce and Transport Department, in a notification, said the scheme will remain valid for six months from the date of issue and will allow vehicle owners and drivers to clear their dues at a reduced fine amount. However, challans where p…

Pending E-Challans: Odisha Rolls Out One-Time Settlement Scheme, Pay Reduced Fine In 6 Months

Bhubaneswar: To encourage traffic rule violators to settle the dues, the Odisha Government on Wednesday notified One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme approved by the state Cabinet on September 10. The scheme applies to all e-challans pending at Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) as of July 31, allowing defaulters to settle dues at a reduced rate instead of the full penalty prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act for a six-month period from the notifi…