Indian Pacer Faces Legal Trouble After Buying 'Dream' Car, Handed Notice Over...
Indian pacer Akash Deep is in legal trouble for driving his new Toyota Fortuner without a High Security Registration Plate. The dealership's licence was suspended.
Just days after proudly announcing the purchase of his 'dream" car, Indian pacer Akash Deep is reportedly facing legal trouble over it. The 28-year-old, who recently delivered an impressive performance in the India-England Test series, took to social media to share his joy at buying a black Toyota Fortuner upon returning home.
However, according to a report, the Uttar Pradesh Transport Department has issued him a notice for driving the vehicle without a High Security Registration Plate (HSRP).
In his Instagram post celebrating the purchase, the pacer had wrote: 'Dream delivered. Keys received. With the ones who matter most," alongside photos with his family and the new vehicle.
What Is A High Security Registration Plate?
HSRPs are specially designed number plates mandated by the Government of India to enhance security and curb vehicle theft and counterfeiting. They feature unique elements such as laser-etched codes, a chromium-based hologram, and tamper-proof, non-removable screws. These plates are more durable than standard ones and make duplication nearly impossible.
The India Today report states that Akash Deep's SUV was spotted without the mandatory HSRP, prompting authorities to issue a notice. The trouble doesn't end with the player — M/s Sunny Motors, the Lucknow-based dealership that sold him the car, has also been penalised. Officials allege the dealer failed to complete the mandatory registration process and deliver the vehicle with an HSRP installed. Consequently, the dealership's licence has been suspended for one month, and it has been given 14 days to submit a formal explanation.
The Toyota Fortuner's top model, which Akash Deep purchased, is reportedly priced at over ₹62 lakh.
This setback comes on the heels of Akash Deep's standout performances in the five-match Test series against England, which ended 2-2. Featuring in three Tests, he claimed 13 wickets, with his career-best performance coming in the second Test at Edgbaston — taking 10 wickets to script a memorable win for India.
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