Anna Nagar is a bustling metropolis in the Northwestern part of Chennai and is known for its methodically planned luxurious localities. The excellent road connective system enhances the movement of vehicles. 

To further elevate the functioning of vehicles, the TN-02 RTO office works and offers a range of services. It plays a pivotal role in all kinds of vehicle-related formalities and documentation.

Below mentioned are the functions and responsibilities of the RTO in Anna Nagar:

• Offers registration of motor vehicles

• Provides services related to the transfer of vehicle ownership

• Collects motor vehicle and road taxes

• Issues change related to vehicle registration details

• Renews and provides duplicate driving licence 

• Issues clearance certificates to vehicles that have met with accidents

• Issues driving licences to vehicles

• Issues (PUC) certificate to concerned vehicles

• Inspects and provides Vehicle Fitness Certificates.

• Issues international, inter-state and national permits to vehicles

The Anna Nagar RTO offers the following types of driving licence to vehicles:

• Commercial Driving Licence

• International Driving Licence

• Permanent Licence

• Learner’s Licence

The RTO in Anna Nagar offers these two types of vehicle registrations:

• Permanent Registration 

• Temporary Registration 

After successfully completing the registration process, you will be assigned a unique registration number which you need to showcase on the vehicle's number plate.

The following is the vehicle registration charges in Anna Nagar

• Registration charges: ₹600

• Number plate charges: ₹230 to ₹400

• Parking charges: ₹2000-₹4000

• Hypothecation charges for cars bought with a loan: ₹1500

Anna Nagar is situated in the northwestern part of Chennai, attracting the Tamil Nadu road taxes. The list is as follows:

• Road Tax for Two-wheelers: 5%-8% of vehicle charges, depending on their age (since registration)

• Road Tax for Four-wheelers: 6%-8.75% of vehicle price (for vehicles costing up to ₹10 Lakh, also depending on the age of the vehicle)

• Road Tax for Four-wheelers: 11%-13% of vehicle price (for vehicles costing more than ₹10 Lakh, also depending on the age of the vehicle)

• Road Tax for Commercial Vehicles: ₹600-₹2300 (Depending on the weight of the vehicle) 

Individuals must strictly adhere to the traffic rules in Anna Nagar. Any discrepancies related to compliance with traffic rules may result in the following traffic fines in Anna Nagar. 

• Fine for drunk driving: ₹10000

• Fine for driving without a licence: ₹5000

• Fine for overspeeding: ₹1000-4000

• Fine for driving with no seatbelt: ₹1000

• Fine for driving/riding with no helmet: ₹1000

Yes, it is mandatory to have vehicle insurance while driving any vehicle in Anna Nagar. Not only does it cover all your expenses in unforeseen circumstances, but it protects you against third-party loss. As per the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, a fine of up to ₹2000 may be charged for driving without vehicle insurance.

As per a report, a 24-year-old researcher who was under the influence of alcohol hit a woman and her 6-month-old daughter. Later, both the woman and her daughter were declared dead by doctors.

As per another report, a car rammed into a bustling market in Anna Nagar and reportedly caused severe injuries to two men.

As per a report, a new initiative has been undertaken where Greater Chennai Traffic Police has installed cameras (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) in several adjoining cities, including Anna Nagar. This allows them to keep an eye on rash driving in the city.

Chennai Traffic Police and FM Radio Station have recently collaborated to install music systems in several traffic signals of Anna Nagar and nearby areas. This campaign aims to pacify drivers in chaotic traffic junctions and ensure the organised movement of vehicles.