Red Plate On Mahindra Thar Reads ‘Ex- Class Monitor’: Internet Goes Crazy

The Internet is an integral part of our lives, and while scrolling through content, we often come across posts that make us think, laugh, or even cry. Some people create such funny content intentionally, while others are so innocent that they don’t even realize they’ve gone viral. Here we have a video featuring a Mahindra Thar owner who put up a red plate with “Ex-Class Monitor” written in golden letters!

Usually, we see vehicles belonging to government officials carrying stickers or name boards. However, this is the first time we’ve come across such a hilarious-looking red-colored board on a vehicle. In fact, anyone who glances at the Mahindra Thar may not notice the peculiarity right away. At first sight, one could easily mistake it for an official plate and assume the vehicle belongs to a politician.

In real-world driving situations, such vehicles are often given priority, with other motorists making way for them almost instantly. This particular Mahindra Thar carries a red plate with “Ex-Class Monitor” written on it in both English and Hindi (“Bhoothapoorv Kakshanayak”). The font and styling appear quite convincing, and an Indian national flag is also placed on the bonnet. Pictures of this Thar have since gone viral, sparking active discussions across social media.

Many users mocked the owner for his choice, which was evident in the comment section. One comment read: “Biggest achievement in human history till now.” Another joked: “Bhoot poorv corona positive.”

A third user wrote: “Govt. school me monitor hoga bhai, is liye plate lagvayi hai govt jaisi.” This roughly translates to: “The owner must have been a class monitor in some government school, which is why he installed a board that looks like an official government plate.” Another user exclaimed: “What?! Is that something to be proud of?”

Some comments also pointed out how misleading such a board could be. One user wrote: “O bhai, I thought it’s Vidhayak.” In Hindi, Vidhayak means legislator. When written on a board, it bears a distant resemblance to Kakshanayak, which could easily confuse people. This visual similarity is likely the main reason behind such misunderstandings.

This isn’t the first time car owners have pulled off such stunts. In the past, a red Maruti 800 was spotted carrying the same “Ex-Class Monitor” nameplate, and photos of it quickly went viral. That car, being quite old, stood out even more with the red plate. Interestingly, that image was first shared online by IPS officer Rupin Sharma on his Twitter (now X) account.

Is It Legal?

No. The unauthorized use of red nameplates on private vehicles in India is illegal. The only exceptions apply to vehicles used by high-ranking government officials, vehicles owned or hired by the government, or those specifically permitted by a court.

Even in such cases, the nameplate must mention the department or institution not an individual’s name. For example, “Vice Chancellor” is acceptable, but “Anil Kapoor” is not. A notification issued by the Motor Vehicles Department clearly outlines the permitted design and usage of these boards.

Additionally, these boards are to be used strictly for official commutes and only when the designated personnel are traveling in the vehicle. They must always be displayed along with the regular registration number plates not as a replacement.