Kerala to get Rs 100 cr to set up 28 automated vehicle testing centresKerala would receive Rs 100 crore from the Central Government in order to set up automated vehicle testing centres in Kerala. This support from the Centre is part of making automated fitness testing mandatory for vehicles in India from October 1, 2024.

The Motor Vehicle Department is to set up 28 testing stations in the State. If the State issues a Government Order to start 14 of the 28 fitness testing stations by September 30, it would receive the first installment of Rs 25 crore.

If at least seven of the fitness centres are operational by September 30, the second installment of Rs 25 crore would also be released.