High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP)
- February 21, 2021
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
- Category: DPN Topics
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High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP)
Subject: Economy
Context: Karnataka is going to make the installation of High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) mandatory for all vehicles.
Concept:
- The vehicles prior to 2 year will need to replace the number plate.
- The owners will have to pay to replace the number plates
- The rule for installing HSRPs is already applicable for vehicles registered after April 1, 2019
About HSRP
- It is made up of made up aluminium and are affixed using at least two non-reusable snap-on locks.
- The plate comprises hot-stamped chromium-based 20 mm X 20 mm hologram of Ashoka Chakra in blue colour on the top left corner.
- At the bottom left corner is a 10-digit permanent identification number (PIN) that is laser branded on the reflective sheeting.
- It also includes a hot stamped film applied on the numerals and letters bearing the inscription “INDIA” at a 45-degree angle.
- Once affixed, the unique high security registration plate is electronically linked to the vehicle.
Benefits of HSRP
- Old number plates are very easy to tamper with and can be changed quite easily. HSRP’s come with non-removable snap-on locks and are difficult to replace.
- Preventing counterfeiting of high security registration plates: It is affixed by automobile dealers and private vendors approved by the state authorities. These plates are issued only after the vehicle owner provides with information like engine number, chassis number, etc.
- Easier identification of stolen vehicle with the help of 10-digit pin.
- HSRPs have a uniform pattern of displaying motor vehicle registration number, therefore addressing the issue of ‘incomprehensible’ vehicle registration plates