Yes, they are not issuing Original Plates or Smart Cards due to non-renewal of contract etc.
This is what my source told me.
Dont worry that its your case being delayed specifically.
Excise office has instructed Police NOT TO CONDUCT ANY CHALLANS over these 2 things, SO DONT LET ANYONE ISSUE YOU A TICKET for this reason.
There is no specific date for the issuance of the above.
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