NEW DELHI: In its bid to ensure that all vehicles have tamperproof
high security registration plates (
HSRP), the government will allow automobile manufacturers to fit them before vehicles are rolled out of the factory. "The embossing of registration number will be done at the dealer's level," road transport minister
Nitin Gadkari said. This will make the entire process hassle free for buyers and the registration or number plate will have 15 years' guarantee. Sources said in case of any defect, the dealer will be responsible for replacement.
This will also end the monopoly of a few
HSRP manufacturers in the market. Even 13 years after the government made HSRP mandatory, several states are yet to enforce it.
HSRPs are uniform and have in-built security features such as a self-destructive sticker with engine and chassis number of the car, which cannot be tampered with. HSRPs also serve as adeterrent to car thieves.
