The Government of Kerala on September 29, 2026, issued a notification regarding directions on review of the uniform colour scheme for contract carriages.
The following has been stated: -
•The Government of Kerala has directed the State Transport Authority to review and reconsider its August 11, 2021, decision prescribing a uniform colour scheme for different classes of contract carriages under the Kerala Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.
•The review must consider the provisions of the All India Tourist Vehicles (Permit) Rules, 2023, issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
•Following the review, the Authority shall issue appropriate consequential orders under Rule 264 of the Kerala Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, in accordance with applicable laws and binding court judgments.
•The directions aim to address potential competitive disadvantages for Kerala-registered tourist vehicles arising from State-specific colour requirements.
•The Authority must ensure compliance with the Kerala High Court’s judgment dated October 01, 2019, particularly regarding restrictions on displays that may compromise road safety.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.: G.O.(P)No.26/2026/TRANS]
