The Maharashtra government has issued a notice to Ola Electric Mobility Limited, asking the company to explain why some of its outlets are operating in the state without valid trade certificates.
About The Notice
The notice, sent by the Office of the Transport Commissioner, claims that several Ola Electric showrooms and service centers in Maharashtra are running without required documents. It also accuses the company of illegally selling vehicles from these unapproved outlets.
According to a report by NDTV Profit, the notice was issued on March 31 and gives Ola Electric a three-day deadline to reply. “This is a very serious matter, and you are requested to provide an explanation within three days as to why action should not be taken against your company for this act,” the notice stated. It was reportedly signed by Joint Transport Commissioner Ravi Gaikwad. So far, Ola Electric has not given any official response.
The notice comes after an earlier inspection drive launched by the Maharashtra Transport Department. As reported by NDTV Profit on March 21, the Transport Commissioner had directed all Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) to conduct special checks at Ola Electric outlets. These inspections reportedly found that several showrooms were operating without valid trade certificates.
According to the Central Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, it is mandatory for every vehicle manufacturer or distributor to have a trade certificate to register and sell vehicles. Rule 35 also mentions that each showroom or dealership must get a separate certificate from the local registration authority..