A High Security Registration Plate (HSRP) is a highly secure, standardized, and tamper-proof number plate introduced by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India. Made from aluminum, these plates are designed to curb vehicle theft, vehicle-borne crime, and to digitize vehicle records nationwide.
Key Security Features of HSRP
Unlike old conventional number plates, an HSRP comes equipped with several advanced security features that make it virtually impossible to forge or tamper with:
Chromium-Based Hologram
A hot-stamped chromium-based 20mm X 20mm hologram of the Ashoka Chakra is applied by high pressure on the top left corner. It cannot be removed without destroying it.
Laser-Branded PIN
A unique 10-digit Permanent Identification Number (PIN) is laser-branded on the bottom left of the reflective sheet. This PIN is linked to the vehicle's details in the VAHAN database.
Snap-on Locks
The plate is fastened to the vehicle using non-reusable snap-on locks. Once attached, these locks cannot be opened; they must be broken to remove the plate, making it strictly tamper-proof.
Retro-Reflective Film
The plate is covered with a high-quality retro-reflective film ensuring high visibility at night. The word "INDIA" is inscribed at a 45-degree angle in blue color across the plate.
The Colour-Coded Sticker (Third Registration Mark)
Along with the HSRP plates for the front and rear, four-wheelers are required to have a third registration mark in the form of a colour-coded sticker affixed to the inside of the windshield. This sticker helps traffic authorities quickly identify the fuel type of the vehicle from a distance.
- Light Blue Sticker: Identifies Petrol and CNG vehicles.
- Orange Sticker: Identifies Diesel vehicles.
- Green Sticker: Identifies Zero-Emission Electric Vehicles (EVs).
- Green Strip on Top: A green strip added to the top of the sticker signifies that the vehicle complies with BS-VI emission norms.
Why is it Mandatory?
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) issued a mandate making it compulsory for all vehicles sold before April 2019 to upgrade to an HSRP. The primary goals are:
- Preventing Theft: Conventional plates can be easily unscrewed and replaced by thieves. HSRP's snap-on locks prevent this.
- Digital Record Keeping: The laser PIN links your physical vehicle to the national VAHAN database, helping police trace stolen vehicles or vehicles involved in crimes.
- Uniformity: It brings a standard, highly legible font and format across the entire country, eliminating fancy or illegible number plates.
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