India Proposes Dual-Colour Number Plates for Hydrogen Vehicles
Key Ideas
  • The Transport Ministry in India has proposed dual-colour number plates for hydrogen vehicles to simplify identification and support green mobility.
  • Commercial hydrogen vehicles will have green top and blue bottom plates with yellow figures, while private vehicles will have white figures.
  • This initiative aims to aid in the easy recognition of hydrogen-powered vehicles and promote eco-friendly transportation in the country.
  • The proposal includes different colour combinations for various vehicle types, such as cabs for rent having black tops and blue bottoms with yellow figures.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in India has introduced a proposal for dual-colour number plates specifically designed for hydrogen vehicles. The objective behind this initiative is to enhance the identification process of hydrogen-powered vehicles and encourage the adoption of green mobility. The new number plates will feature a combination of green and blue backgrounds, with varying figure colours depending on the vehicle's category. Commercial hydrogen vehicles will exhibit a distinctive green top half and blue bottom half, adorned with yellow figures. On the other hand, private hydrogen vehicles will showcase the same green-blue colour scheme but with white figures. Moreover, vehicles operating as rental cabs will be distinguished by having a black top half and blue bottom half, complemented by yellow figures on the plate. By implementing these dual-colour number plates, the authorities aim to facilitate the recognition of hydrogen-fuel-operated vehicles for both regulatory purposes and public awareness. This step is also aligned with the broader goal of promoting eco-friendly transportation practices across the nation.
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