Carriage Road Act, 2007 read with Carriage by Road Rules, 2011

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hemant (Querist)
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27 August 2026 Hello Experts
we are engaging the business of Integrated logistics & distribution along with the 3PL services, car transportation and warehouse services.
I would require clarification for registration as Common Carriage under the Carriage Road Act, 2007 read with Carriage by Road Rules, 2011.
is this registration mandatory?
what would be the Implications, consequences and penalty if we are not registered under this act.

Dhirajlal Rambhia

Dhirajlal Rambhia (Expert)
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27 August 2026 Registration as a common carrier under Section 3 of the Carriage by Road Act, 2007 is mandatory for any business that transports, forwards, or distributes goods by road for hire.
The Act limits a registered carrier's financial liability for lost or damaged goods (such as capped compensation rules). Unregistered carriers may struggle to claim these statutory defenses or limitations in court. Carriage by Road Rules, 2011 before awarding work orders or contracts.

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