The government proposed that two helmets mandatory for new two-wheeler vehicles

The government has suggested that it should be compulsory for manufacturers of two-wheelers to supply two helmets upon the purchase of a vehicle.The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has suggested significant amendments to the Central Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, in order to implement this new regulation.

According to an official announcement from the government, this regulation will become compulsory within three months following the publication of the final notification regarding the new amendment rules in the official gazette. In accordance with the draft notification issued by the government on June 23, 2025, the objective of the new rule is to improve road safety for both riders and pillion passengers. The notification stated, “At the time of purchasing the two-wheeler, three months from the date of implementation of the Central Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Rules, 2025, the manufacturer of the two-wheeler shall provide two protective helmets that meet the specifications set by the Bureau of Indian Standards at the time of the two-wheeler purchase.”

In addition to providing helmets, the government has proposed another safety initiative. Starting January 1, 2026, all new L2 category two-wheelers, which encompass motorcycles and scooters with an engine capacity greater than 50cc or top speeds surpassing 50 km/h, will be required to be equipped with Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS).

These steps are part of the government’s continuous effort to improve road safety across the country. By making helmets and ABS compulsory, the Ministry hopes to reduce fatalities and serious injuries caused by road accidents involving two-wheelers.