Shillong, July 18 -- The East Khasi Hills Taxi Welfare Association (EKHTWA) on Thursday said it will announce its position on the Meghalaya government's newly proposed safety regulations for commercial vehicles only after holding discussions with the concerned authorities.

"We are awaiting a meeting with the government, as indicated. Only after thorough deliberation will we declare our stance," said EKHTWA president Wandonbok Jyrwa.

The Meghalaya government recently introduced a new safety directive mandating all commercial vehicles to visibly display the driver's name, licence number, contact information, and address. The move aims to bolster passenger safety-especially for women and solo commuters.

While acknowledging the importance ...