Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Hyderabad Restricts Press Stickers to Accredited Journalists
The government in Hyderabad has made a new rule.
Only journalists with special cards from the government can put 'Press' stickers on their cars.
This is to stop people who are not journalists from using these stickers to get special treatment.
Before, some people were using these stickers to trick others and get into places they shouldn't.
Now, if someone uses a 'Press' sticker without the right card, they could get in trouble.
The government also stopped giving special cards to journalists who work in offices instead of reporting in the field.
Now, all journalists will have the same type of card.
Hyderabad government restricts 'Press' stickers to accredited journalists only.
Unauthorized use of press stickers will be treated as impersonation and face legal action.
Press markings are prohibited on vehicle registration plates.
Desk journalists will now be under the same accreditation system as field reporters.
The move aims to address rising complaints about misuse of press stickers.
- Who
- Hyderabad state government
- What
- Issued orders restricting press stickers to accredited journalists
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Hyderabad
- Why
- To curb misuse and unauthorized use of press stickers
- Location
- Hyderabad
- Authority
- State Government
- Sticker Restriction
- Only for accredited journalists
- Penalty
- Unauthorized use treated as impersonation
- Policy Change
- Withdrew separate media cards for desk journalists