Agartala, June 17 -- The Tripura Transport Department has introduced a colour-coding system for auto-rickshaws operating within Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) limits.

Announcing the decision at the state civil secretariat, Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury said that all auto-rickshaws permitted to operate in Agartala must now display a pink marking on the front of their vehicles.

The new system, finalized after detailed discussions with transport unions, police officials, and stakeholders, is aimed at clearly distinguishing city-registered autos from those operating in other subdivisions."The pink identification mark will make it easier for enforcement agencies and the public to identify autos authorized within city limits. Th...