Hyderabad: RTA officials find white registration plate vehicles being misused

RTO authorities has noticed a growing trend when white board vehicles are being used for commercial purposes, leading to significant financial losses to the government and legitimate commercial vehicle owners.

Hyderabad: With incidents of white registration plate vehicles allegedly being misused for commercial purpose, the RTO authorities have warned motorists particularly stressing that yellow number plate vehicles are designated for commercial activities such as vehicles for rent or hire, while white board vehicles are strictly for personal use.

When white board vehicles are used for commercial purposes, it will lead to significant financial losses to the government and legitimate commercial vehicle owners. Traditionally, yellow number plate vehicles are designated for commercial activities such as vehicles for rent or hire, while white board vehicles are meant for personal use.

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However, the RTO has noticed a growing trend when white board vehicles are being used for commercial purposes, leading to significant financial losses to the government and legitimate commercial vehicle owners.

Transport Department officials said that in some instances motorists use white board vehicles for activities that legally require a yellow number plate, such as providing rides for hire or operating transportation services.

“This illegal practice causes loss of revenue to the government as taxes and fees related to commercial vehicles are high as compared to personal vehicles. Owners of yellow board vehicles who pay these high fees face unfair competition from those illegally using white board vehicles,” said a transport department official.

This issue has gained more visibility in recent times, especially with the use of unofficial Apps that facilitate these activities. Some vehicle owners are promoting their services through social media platforms, further encouraging the misuse of white board vehicles for commercial purposes.

Taking note of this situation, the transport department is preparing to take strict action against such vehicles. The department is actively working to identify and penalise persons misusing white board vehicles for commercial activities.

It is learnt that such acts could attract hefty penalties and driving licences may also be suspended depending on the gravity if the matter.

Moreover, the transport department authorities aim to protect the interests of yellow board vehicle owners who pay high fees to abide by the rules and operate commercially. By taking action against white board vehicle owners who engage in illegal commercial activities, the department plans to level the playing field and ensure that all commercial vehicle operators follow appropriate guidelines.