Archive · 29 Jun 2025
India Proposes Two Helmets per New Motorcycle for Safety
The Indian government wants to make roads safer for people on motorcycles.
They're planning a new rule where anyone buying a new motorcycle will get two helmets, one for the driver and one for the passenger.
This is because both people on the bike need to protect their heads.
The government hopes this will make more people wear helmets and prevent accidents.
They made this proposal on June 23, 2025.
If this rule becomes official, motorcycle companies will have three months to start giving away two helmets with each new bike.
It's like making sure everyone on the bike has a shield for their head!
Indian government proposes mandatory two helmets with new bikes.
The rule aims to ensure the safety of both rider and pillion passenger.
The Ministry issued a draft notification on June 23, 2025.
Manufacturers must supply helmets within three months of final rule.
The initiative targets improved helmet usage and reduced road fatalities.
- Who
- The Indian government and two-wheeler manufacturers.
- What
- Mandatory two helmets with new two-wheelers.
- When
- Draft notification issued on June 23, 2025.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To enhance road safety by increasing helmet usage.
- Proposed Rule
- Mandatory provision of two helmets with new two-wheelers
- Target Audience
- Two-wheeler riders and pillion passengers
- Implementing Body
- Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
- Notification Date
- June 23, 2025 (draft)
- Compliance Timeline
- Within three months of final rule notification