Yogi govt fast-tracks disposal of driving license applications

UP Transport dept’s paperless, faceless, & cashless drive delivers encouraging results

Review of DL applications (Jan 1–June 10, 2025) shows record processing speed and efficiency by the department

Lucknow : The Uttar Pradesh Transport Department, guided by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s vision, conducted a detailed review of new driving license applications from January 1 to June 10, 2025. The analysis revealed the success of the department’s “paperless, faceless, and cashless” initiative, with several districts recording exceptional disposal rates and minimal pendency—underscoring the growing efficiency of service delivery.

The analysis revealed outstanding performance in several districts—Ghaziabad received 24,115 applications with just 15 pending (0.06%), Prayagraj (RTO) had 33 pending out of 23,914 (0.13%), and Muzaffarnagar reported only 20 pending out of 13,523 (0.15%). In districts like Shahjahanpur (0.46%) and Amethi (0.63%), where application volumes were lower, pendency rates were slightly higher. The department has responded by initiating special monitoring in these areas.

Thanks to strong monitoring, administrative efficiency, and effective public awareness campaigns, including outreach via social media, the pendency rate has dropped below 0.5% in over 90% of the districts. The department aims to further streamline the application and approval process with the help of Community Service Centers (CSCs) and the Sarathi portal. Performance reviews will be conducted regularly to maintain and improve results.

Official Version
Owing to the department’s continuous efforts, the license issuance process has become simpler, faster, and more transparent. All districts have been instructed to ensure that pending cases are resolved within 7 days. Officials from lagging districts have been urged to evaluate their performance and take swift corrective measures based on the comprehensive review report issued by the department.
Brijesh Narayan Singh, Transport Commissioner, Uttar Pradesh