Editorial | What’s the hurry?
Summary
The Nepalese government plans to enforce embossed number plates on new vehicles by September 17 but faces public backlash over high costs, insufficient infrastructure, and rushed implementation.
Key Points
- The government has set a September 17 deadline for newly registered vehicles to adopt embossed number plates.
- Previous attempts to enforce embossed plates were withdrawn due to public backlash and logistical challenges.
- The embossed plates include camera-readable digits and RFID microchips but lack supporting infrastructure like sufficient RFID-enabled gates.
- High installation costs for the plates are a significant barrier compared to lower prices in India, causing public reluctance.
