The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed a phased introduction of Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems through amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, with the aim of improving road safety and advancing connected mobility in India. The proposal has been released as a draft notification, and public comments will be invited before the rules are finalised.
Under the proposed framework, vehicles in categories L, M and N manufactured on or after October 1, 2027, will be required to comply with the AIS-230 standard if they are equipped with V2V communication systems. From October 1, 2028, all newly manufactured vehicles in these categories will be mandated to come fitted with AIS-230-compliant V2V systems. The ministry said the phased rollout would provide manufacturers and other stakeholders adequate time to prepare for the transition.
Vehicle-to-Vehicle communication enables nearby vehicles to exchange real-time information such as speed, position, direction and acceleration. The technology is designed to issue advance warnings about potential hazards, including sudden braking, forward-collision risks, unsafe lane changes, wrong-way driving and approaching emergency vehicles. Unlike conventional safety systems that depend primarily on onboard sensors, V2V communication can share information beyond a driver's direct line of sight.
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The ministry said the proposed technology is expected to complement Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) by enabling proactive accident prevention and supporting future intelligent transport solutions. The Department of Telecommunications has also exempted the 5.875 GHz to 5.925 GHz frequency band from licensing requirements, facilitating the deployment of V2V communication and other Intelligent Transportation System applications.
The draft notification is based on AIS-230, a standard that specifies the minimum technical, functional, performance, environmental and cybersecurity requirements for V2V communication systems in India. It covers factory-installed On-Board Units using Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology and includes standards for radio performance, GNSS positioning, electromagnetic compatibility, power supply and cybersecurity.
The proposal follows recommendations made by the government-appointed Task Force on Intelligent Transportation Systems and discussions held by the Central Motor Vehicles Rules–Technical Standing Committee. The ministry will review public feedback received during the 30-day consultation period before issuing the final notification, paving the way for the phased implementation of V2V technology across India's automotive sector.
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