The Gujarat government presented data in the state assembly regarding the issuance of international driving licenses. According to this data, in the last five years, Ahmedabad has issued around 25,000 international driving licenses.
With the increase in international travel and employment opportunities, the demand for international driving licenses has risen significantly.
In many developed countries, an international driving license is mandatory for foreign drivers. In India, around 46,000 international driving licenses are issued annually.
Officials state that more people are now traveling abroad for studies, jobs, and business, leading to an increase in demand for international driving permits. Many people apply for these licenses before traveling to ensure they can legally drive in foreign countries.