Section 166: Maximum weight used on road

166. Maximum weight used on road (1) (a) The Minister may make regulations determining the maximum— (i) laden weight; and (ii) axle weight, of any motor vehicle that may be used on a road. (b) A person who— (i) uses; or (ii) causes or permits any other person to use, a motor vehicle in contravention of the regulations made under paragraph (a) shall commit an offence and shall, on conviction, be liable to a fine not exceeding 3,000 rupees. (2) (a) The Permanent Secretary or any officer authorised by him may, subject to such conditions as he thinks fit, grant a permit in respect of a motor vehicle, allowing a higher— (i) laden weight; or (ii) maximum axle weight, than prescribed. (b) Where a permit is granted under paragraph (a), it shall not, so long as any condition attached to the permit is complied with, be an offence for such motor vehicle to be used on that road by reason only that the motor vehicle does not comply with any regulations made under paragraph (a).