Udupi: Auto-rickshaw operators in Udupi taluk have until February 28 to secure and display Zone-01 and Zone-02 stickers, as per official directives.

To obtain these mandatory stickers, vehicle owners and drivers must present their original permit at the Regional Transport Office (RTO). The enforcement aims to streamline transportation regulations and ensure better vehicle identification within the district.

Authorities have made it clear that non-compliance will invite strict legal repercussions. The District Collector’s Office has urged all rickshaw operators to adhere to the rule within the given timeframe to avoid penalties.

This move is expected to bring order to local transport, helping both passengers and enforcement agencies distinguish authorized vehicles. With the deadline fast approaching, rickshaw drivers are advised to act swiftly to meet the requirement.