DAINIK NATION BUREAU/CHANDIGARH
Chandigarh witnessed history in the e-auction of fancy vehicle numbers conducted by the Registering and Licensing Authority (RLA), as the coveted number CH-01-DA-0001 fetched an unprecedented ₹36.43 lakh, becoming the most expensive fancy number ever sold in the city.
The auction, which saw enthusiastic participation, broke all previous records. Following the highest bid, CH-01-DA-0003 was sold for ₹17.84 lakh, while CH-01-DA-0009 went for ₹16.82 lakh. Similarly, CH-01-DA-0005 fetched ₹16.51 lakh, and CH-01-DA-0007 closed at ₹16.50 lakh.
Among other popular choices, CH-01-DA-0002 was auctioned for ₹13.80 lakh, and the distinctive CH-01-DA-9999 was sold for ₹10.25 lakh.
Officials said this auction marks a milestone for the RLA, as it recorded the highest-ever bid for a registration number in Chandigarh’s history. The overwhelming response reflects the growing craze for exclusive number plates among vehicle owners.