Bengaluru
The Karnataka State Transport Department is set to initiate another round of its lucrative fancy number auction, this time featuring the distinctive ‘KA 04 ND’ series. The auction, scheduled to commence on August 31, has consistently proven to be a revenue generator for the department, attracting bids from individuals seeking unique registration numbers for their vehicles. In the previous auction held on August 17, the department achieved an impressive revenue of Rs 59.81 lakh. The highest bid was secured for the registration number ‘KA 05 NJ 0001,’ amounting to Rs 20.75 lakh. Other notable bids included ‘KA 05 NJ 0007,’ ‘KA 05 NJ 0009,’ ‘KA 05 NJ 0555,’ and ‘KA 05 NJ 5555,’ each commanding Rs 3.2 lakh. ‘KA 05 NJ 9999’ fetched Rs 3.05 lakh, followed by ‘KA 05 NJ 7777’ at Rs 2.35 lakh, ‘KA 05 NJ 0999’ at Rs 2.25 lakh, ‘KA 05 NJ 0666’ at Rs 1.75 lakh, and ‘NJ 1.660’ also at Rs 1.75 lakh. Under Rule 46 (AA) of the Karnataka Motor Vehicle Rules, 1989, the Transport Department is now accepting applications from the public for the allotment of fancy registration numbers for light motor vehicles ranging from 1 to 999. The upcoming auction for the ‘KA 04 ND’ series is slated for 12 noon on August 31 at the Transport Commissioner’s office in Shantinagar. Interested participants are required to submit applications accompanied by a demand draft of Rs 75,000 and relevant documentation to the Secretary of the State Transport Authority in Bangalore. Submissions must be made by 12 noon on August 31, with applicants receiving tokens for their participation. Successful bidders are expected to remit the total bid amount within two working days through a demand draft. To retain the bid amount, vehicle registration must be completed within 90 days.
