In a significant move to generate revenue and cater to the growing demand for personalized vehicle registration, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government is organizing a series of auctions for unique vehicle number plates. According to TechJuice, the upcoming auction on February 14, 2026, will feature 40 personalized vehicle numbers, allowing citizens to secure unique identity-based plates. This follows a successful auction held on January 27, 2026, where the KP Excise and Taxation Department raised Rs. 5.81 crore by auctioning 11 high-demand plates, with 'Wazir-1' fetching a record Rs. 1.5 crore (TechJuice, January 27, 2026). ARY News corroborates this, noting that 'Wazir-1' was the most expensive plate sold at Rs. 15 million, highlighting the strong public interest in these auctions.
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Peshawar Excise Department Auctions Personalized Vehicle Number Plates

KP auctions unique vehicle plates, raising millions. Plates like 'Wazir-1' sold for Rs. 15M. Auctions blend identity, status, and wealth, sparking debate on cultural and financial motives.
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