No.258-265
08-February-2025
Office of the District Magistrate Kotli, Azad Government of the State of Jammu & Kashmir
Kotli District Administration to Take Action Against Vehicles Without Number Plates – Official Notification Issued:
The District Magistrate Kotli has issued a strict directive regarding vehicles operating without number plates. From 10th to 16th February 2025, the Traffic Inspector of Kotli will take action against unregistered vehicles in various sub-divisions, including Kotli, Sahinsa, Fatehpur Thakiala, Charhowi, Khoiraita, and Dolian Jattan.
As per the official government notification, vehicles without number plates will be seized, and their release will only be possible after providing proper registration documents, number plates, and an undertaking with a Rs. 50,000 surety bond. This action is part of the government’s efforts to regulate traffic rules, curb illegal vehicle usage, and enhance road safety in the region.
This step aims to ensure compliance with vehicle registration laws and prevent misuse of unregistered transport for illegal activities. Vehicle owners in Kotli and its surrounding areas are strongly advised to get their number plates and registration documents in order before the deadline to avoid penalties. Please find the official notification below:

Ensuring Road Safety & Legal Compliance – A Necessary Step by Kotli Administration:
The crackdown on vehicles without number plates is a much-needed move to improve traffic regulation and law enforcement in Kotli. By ensuring that all vehicles are properly registered, the administration is working towards a safer and more accountable road system.
This enforcement will help prevent the misuse of unregistered vehicles in illegal activities, enhance traffic safety, and ensure that vehicle owners fulfill their legal responsibilities. The surety bond requirement further strengthens the commitment to long-term compliance.
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