Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 25-08-2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Zooom Engineering LLP (Petitioner) vs Union of India & others (Respondents).
- Petition Details: Writ Petition (Civil) Diary No. 33721/2026; IA No. 243524/2026 seeking condonation of delay in refiling; IA No. 243519/2026 seeking exemption from filing O.T.
- Core Issue: Restriction of manufacturing High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) solely to vehicle manufacturers, excluding approved licence plate manufacturers, potentially contravenes policy considerations and equitable distribution.
- Legal References Cited: Rule 50 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 and State Government Notifications that confine HSRP supply to vehicle manufacturers.
- Counsel Arguments: Senior Counsel Gaurav Agrawal submitted that the existing confinement may be unjustifiable and urged the Court to consider broader manufacturing eligibility.
Final Outcome
1. The Court condoned the delay in refiling the writ petition.
2. The Court directed that a notice be issued, which is returnable on 05-10-2026.
Topics: High Security Registration Plates, Automotive Regulation