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The order came in response to a complaint filed by a public activist, Mankavu resident Raymond Antony.
Hundreds of vehicle owners in Kerala, who availed of the vehicle insurance of the state-owned United India Insurance Company are facing the same dilemma.
It will be implemented from October 1
The deadline for updating documents free of charge through the UIDAI portal is September 14.
Committee ordered to submit report within two months.
The Motor Vehicle Department is to set up 28 testing stations in the State. If the State issues a Government Order to start 14 of the 28 fitness testing stations by September 30, it would receive the first installment of Rs 25 crore.
The court clarified that agencies recognised by the Central Government for fixing the number plates do not require the permission of the State Government.
It is not sufficient to furnish a bond equal to the cost of the vehicle but an amount adequate to pay the compensation should be deposited as a guarantee, the HC ordered on Tuesday.
The insurance company is liable to pay the claim only if the policy is in force on the date of the accident.
Those who opt for fancy numbers after making payment before the deadline will still be charged at the old rates.