Private Track, Public Trust: Licence Exams Get A Tech Upgrade In Lucknow

A major change is underway in Lucknow’s driving licence issuance process. The transport department has announced that permanent driving licence applicants will now undergo their driving tests at a privately managed automated testing facility in Banthra near Sarojini Nagar.  

Officials confirmed that the testing tracks are already equipped with modern gadgets to evaluate driving skills objectively. Automation will be introduced in testing parameters, and video recordings of each test will be shared directly with the Regional Transport Office (RTO) to ensure transparency and accountability.  

Key Highlights 

• Permanent driving licence tests to be conducted at private automated centers  
• New facility located in Banthra near Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow  
• Testing tracks equipped with gadgets for automated evaluation  
• Video recordings of tests to be shared with RTO for transparency  
• Move expected to reduce human bias and streamline licence issuance  

Conclusion  
The introduction of private automated testing centers marks a significant modernization of Lucknow’s transport system. By combining technology with transparency, the initiative is expected to make driving licence issuance more efficient, fair, and reliable, setting a precedent for other cities to follow.  

Sources: Hindustan Times, Parivahan Sewa