New Delhi, June 17 -- The Meghalaya government has banned renting out private vehicles - both two-wheelers and four-wheelers - for commercial use to ensure tourist safety. The directive comes in the wake of the Raja Raghuvanshi murder case.

The Office of the Commissioner of Transport issued an order in this regard on 13 June 2025. It said that Meghalaya has not implemented the Rent-a-Motorcycle or Rent-a-Cab schemes. Therefore, no individual or agency is legally authorised to offer private vehicles for hire in the state.

NDTV reported that David D. Sangma, the Commissioner of Transport, said that the violators will face severe consequences, including fines, vehicle seizure, and potential imprisonment.

Superintendent of Police (Traffic)...