A scheme to set up Institute of Driving Training and Research (IDTR) in States/UTs has been implemented by Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH). The population criteria for sanction of IDTR under the scheme is one IDTR per 5 Crore Population during the 15^th Financial Commission Period.  

As on date, MoRTH has sanctioned 31 IDTRs (including erstwhile DTI), throughout the country. State-wise breakup is given in the Annexure–A. As per the population criteria (one IDTR per 5 Crore Population), States namely Bihar, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal are eligible for sanction of new IDTR(s) during the 15^th Financial Commission period. The proposals under the scheme are initiated by the State Government.  

One IDTR at Naya Raipur in Chhattisgarh has already been sanctioned under the scheme. As per scheme provisions, the State does not qualify for another IDTR.  The infrastructure created under the Scheme includes 10-15 acres land, buildings covering classrooms, office and staff rooms, laboratory, workshops, library and Hostels, vehicles, equipment, driver training simulators, driving range etc.  

The proposal under the scheme is initiated by the State Government. Private Partner under the scheme is decided by State Government as per their requirement.  

As per Scheme Guidelines, MoRTH provides one time assistance of 100% of the capital investment subject to maximum of Rs. 17.25 Crore per IDTR as per following break up:  

• • Civil Construction:                                    Rs. 14 Crore
  • Office and Workshop equipment:           Rs. 0.75 Crore
  • Vehicle and Simulator:                             Rs. 2.50 Crore  

  Annexure – A

Statement regarding Institute of Driving Training and Research.

This information was given by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.

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