The Supreme Court orders that third-party insurance cover for newly registered vehicles is extended beyond the previous duration. According to the reports, the court directs that third-party coverage should last for four years for cars and six years for two-wheelers. The decision is linked to the court’s assessment that many vehicles on the road still operate without valid insurance.
One report highlights that the extension is made for a year, adjusting the cover period for new vehicles—framing the change as part of the court’s approach to road safety. Another report emphasizes the court’s concern that uninsured or inadequately insured vehicles limit the ability of accident victims and their families to obtain sufficient compensation. Together, the coverage indicates the Court is responding to a continuing compliance gap in third-party insurance and is extending the mandatory protection period for new vehicle owners to reduce the risk faced by road users in the event of accidents.
