Transport Dept. Requests Recognition of Health Certificates from NMC-Registered Doctors for Driver's Licenses

Summary

The Department of Transport Management has requested all provincial transport ministries to recognize health examination certificates from Nepal Medical Council-registered doctors for obtaining a driver's license, aiming to simplify and bring transparency to the process.

Key Points
  • The Department of Transport Management issued a circular requesting recognition of health certificates from Nepal Medical Council-registered doctors for driving licenses.
  • The circular highlights issues like syndicates, unnecessary crowds, and added financial burdens in the current health check system for drivers.
  • This move aims to simplify, make transparent, and be more service-recipient-friendly the process of obtaining a driver's license.
  • The Department of Transport Management has formally requested the Nepal Medical Council for details of recognized doctors to implement this change.
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