The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways vide notification dated 27th January, 2022 has issued the Central Motor Vehicles (First Amendment) Rules, 2022. The amendment states that Type III buses of category M3 and school buses shall be required to have Fire Alarm and Protection system in occupant compartment.
These Provisions on fire protection in occupant compartment of AIS-135 shall be applicable to school buses, as specified in AIS-063, which are manufactured on and after twelve months from the date of commencement of the Central Motor Vehicles (First Amendment) Rules, 2022.
