Dimapur, May 9: The Nagaland government has prohibited the display of religion-based, NGO-based and other unauthorised slogans, signages, stickers and identifiers on both private and public vehicles across the state.
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The directive was issued through a notification dated April 30 by Robert Longchari in compliance with an advisory from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
According to the notification, the order has been issued under Sections 96(2)(vi) and 111(2)(e) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988.
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The government has directed all vehicle owners to remove such unauthorised displays within 45 days from the date of issuance of the notification.
Officials stated that the restriction applies to religion-based or NGO-related slogans, stickers, signages and identifiers displayed on vehicles unless specifically permitted under the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and Rules.
The notification warned that strict action would be taken against violators under the relevant provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and associated rules if they fail to comply within the stipulated period.
The state government said the move was aimed at ensuring uniformity and compliance with transport regulations issued by the Centre.
