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Sanjeev Kumar, a resident of Hamirpur, spent Rs 14 lakh to secure the VIP number HP21C-0001 for his new scooter, which is worth only around Rs 1 lakh
According to officials, this could be the most expensive registration number ever allotted for a two-wheeler in the state. (AI Generated)
In a quiet Himachal town, a hardware trader has turned heads—and triggered headlines—by spending Rs 14 lakh on a VIP number plate for a scooter worth just Rs 1 lakh.
Sanjeev Kumar from Hamirpur is the man behind this unexpected indulgence. Through an online bidding process run by the Transport Department, he secured the coveted number HP21C-0001, beating just one other bidder and paying what could be the highest-ever registration fee for a two-wheeler in the state.
Sanjeev runs a hardware and iron business in Mattan Siddh and describes himself as someone with a taste for distinct vehicle numbers. For him, it’s not about price tags—it’s about personal flair. “If you really want something special, you don’t hold back,” he said.
What makes the move even more noteworthy is that the entire sum—Rs 14 lakh—goes directly into the Himachal Pradesh government’s treasury. No extra resources spent, just pure revenue from a passion-fuelled auction.
The story has since caught fire on social media and sparked spirited debates at roadside chai stalls. Some see it as extravagance; others call it a bold personal choice—and a small victory for transparent, digital-first governance.
Not a First, But a First That Counted
Interestingly, this isn’t the first time a scooter number has caused a stir in Himachal. In Kotkhai, Shimla, an online bid for a similar number once hit over Rs 1 crore—only to be revealed as a prank by a fake bidder, forcing the government to scrap the auction.
This time, however, it’s all real—and it’s definitely making people look twice at scooters in Hamirpur.
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Hamirpur, India, India
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