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Bettiah: The West Champaran Excise Department, Bihar , has announced an ultra-short-term public auction of vehicles seized under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 . The auction will be conducted for vehicles left unsold after earlier auction dates, with the next auction scheduled for September 3, 2026 (Thursday).
The notice was issued by the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , through letter no. 1156/Mni, dated August 28, 2026. The department has directed that the auction notice be published on the district's official website.
According to the notice, the vehicles listed for auction had remained unsold after auctions conducted on July 22, July 27, July 31, August 6, August 13, August 20 and August 27, 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting authority | Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah |
| Auction type | Public auction of seized vehicles |
| Legal provision | Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 |
| Auction date | September 3, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Location | West Champaran, Bettiah, Bihar |
| Notice date | August 28, 2026 |
| Auction category | Motor vehicles, including two-wheelers, cars, e-rickshaw, Magic and scrap vehicles |
| Official website | West Champaran District Administration |
| Contact | 9473400618 |
| [email protected] | |
| NOTICE | https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s3c6e19e830859f2cb9f7c8f8cacb8d2a6/uploads/2026/08/17881711268333.pdf |
The following vehicles are included in the September 3 auction as per the notice. The reserve price is the amount mentioned in the relevant auction-value column, and bids below the reserve price will not be accepted.
| Lot | Police Station | Case No. | Vehicle | Registration No. | Year | Reserve Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Dhanaha | 72/24 | Four-wheeler | BR06GF-7247 | 2013 | ₹1,50,000 |
| — | Dhanaha | 219/24 | Motorcycle | UP57D-4553 | 2007 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 | Dhanaha | 221/24 | Car | DL-3CBA-5845 | 2010 | ₹32,500 |
| 18 | Banuchhapar | 21/24 | Motorcycle | BR22BF-7320 | 2023 | ₹30,000 |
| 31 | Bettiah Mufassil | 36/25 | Motorcycle | BR22BC-1374 | 2023 | ₹24,000 |
| 33 | Jagdishpur | 102/24 | Motorcycle | BR22BD-1425 | 2021 | ₹21,000 |
| 72 | Nautan | 45/25 | Motorcycle | BR22BF-0489 | 2023 | ₹30,860 approx. |
| 78 | Shanichari | 53/24 | Magic | BR22GC-0501 | 2022 | ₹1,00,000 |
| 83 | Excise Police Station Bettiah | 175/25 | E-rickshaw | BR22ER-0907 | 2021 | ₹10,000 |
| 106 | Yogapatti | 316/24 | Motorcycle | BR22BE-8133 | 2023 | ₹31,000 |
| 111 | Yogapatti | 386/24 | Bicycle | — | — | ₹100 |
| 122 | Thakrahan | 94/24 | Motorcycle | UP57P-5356 | — | ₹2,500 |
| 129 | Manpur | 82/24 | Bicycle | — | — | ₹100 |
| 132 | Manpur | 35/24 | Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7230 | 2018 | ₹9,000 |
| 133 | Manpur | 22/24 | Motorcycle | BR22C-8328 | — | ₹200 |
| 138 | Manpur | 98/23 | Motorcycle | BR22F-8615 | — | ₹2,500 |
| 139 | Manpur | 29/22 | Motorcycle | BR22Q-2546 | — | ₹2,500 |
| 188 | Nawalpur | 84/24 | Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7175 | 2004 | ₹37,500 |
| — | Nawalpur | 95/24 | Motorcycle | BR22AN-9484 | 2019 | ₹200 |
| — | Nawalpur | 23/25 | Bicycle | — | — | ₹100 |
| — | Nawalpur | 29/25 | Motorcycle | BR22C-8347 | — | ₹2,500 |
| 220 | Bagaha | 189/23 | Baleno car | DL12CN-7242 | 2018 | ₹62,500 |
Note: The scanned notice contains several OCR/print-quality inconsistencies in registration numbers, chassis/engine numbers and some valuation fields. Prospective bidders should verify the original auction notice and inspect the vehicle before participating.
Applicants participating in the auction must deposit an advance/security amount equivalent to 20% of the reserve price for regular vehicles.
For scrap vehicles, 50% of the reserve price is required as advance/security money.
The notice states that applicants must submit the prescribed application form along with:
The bank draft must be issued by a nationalised bank in favour of “Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah” , payable at SBI Main Branch, Bettiah.
The notice specifies that the security deposit for the September 3 auction must be submitted three days before the auction date during office hours , as applicable under the auction conditions.
The amount specified in the auction valuation column is treated as the reserve price of the vehicle . The department has clearly stated that bidders will not be permitted to place bids below the reserve price.
For a successful bidder, the advance/security amount will be adjusted against the final auction price. The security deposit of unsuccessful bidders will be returned.
A successful bidder must deposit the auction/bid amount, excluding the advance amount already deposited, within seven days of the auction.
The payment must be made through Demand Draft (DD) or challan at the office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah, in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure issued under letter no. 809 dated February 3, 2026.
Failure to deposit the required amount within the stipulated period may result in forfeiture of the entire amount deposited by the bidder. The department may also take action to prevent the person from participating in current or future auctions.
Participants will be deemed to have fully inspected the vehicle before the auction . Once a vehicle has been auctioned, the purchaser will not be entitled to raise claims relating to any defect or problem with the vehicle.
The department has also warned bidders to independently verify the registration, chassis and engine details.
If the registration number, chassis number or engine number is unavailable or unclear on the Transport Department portal , the vehicle may not be eligible for re-registration. Applicants are therefore required to conduct their own verification and participate only after being satisfied with the vehicle's details.
No subsequent claim regarding such issues will be entertained after the auction.
If the auction cannot be completed on the scheduled date for any reason, the remaining auction process will be conducted on the following day.
The notice further provides that if a vehicle remains unsold even after three auctions , it may subsequently be auctioned on an “As Is Where Is Basis.”
For such auctions, the vehicle value will be reduced by 10% at each subsequent auction .
The auction committee or competent authority also reserves the right to remove any vehicle from the auction list . Any such removal will be displayed on the office notice board before the auction.
Interested bidders can inspect vehicles on working days at the respective police station where the vehicle is kept.
For additional information concerning the auction, bidders can contact the office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah .
After taking possession of an auctioned vehicle, the successful bidder will be responsible for completing the ownership transfer in their own name at their own cost and risk , in accordance with applicable rules.
The auction committee will not be responsible for registration of auctioned vehicles, except that scrap vehicles will not be eligible for ownership transfer .
Vehicles auctioned specifically as scrap cannot be used for transportation.
Ownership transfer will not be carried out for scrap vehicles. The successful purchaser will be responsible for taking the scrap vehicle away after cutting/dismantling it.
Any expense associated with cutting or dismantling the scrap vehicle will have to be borne by the auction purchaser .
The auction committee reserves the right to cancel the auction process for any particular vehicle or vehicles at its discretion without assigning any reason .
The decision of the auction committee in this regard will be treated as final.
Owners of the vehicles listed for auction have also been given an opportunity to inform the Excise Department if any case, appeal or revision proceeding concerning the vehicle has been filed before or is pending in any court.
Such evidence must be submitted to the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah, at least one working day before the auction date .
After the prescribed deadline, objections or claims will not be accepted.
The auction of a vehicle may also be stopped if an appropriate court order is received in relation to that vehicle.
Before participating in the West Champaran vehicle auction , buyers should:
The auction will be conducted under the applicable provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Rules, 2022 , the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 , and the relevant standard operating procedure.
For further information, bidders can contact the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , at 9473400618 or email [email protected]
Official website: West Champaran district administration's Excise section.
West Champaran Excise Department has announced a fresh public auction of vehicles seized under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 . The auction will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2026 , at West Champaran, Bettiah.
The latest notice covers vehicles that remained unsold after auctions conducted on July 22, July 27, July 31, August 6, August 13 and August 20, 2026 . The department has now scheduled the remaining vehicles for another auction.
The notice was issued by the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , and is dated August 21, 2026 .
The auction list includes motorcycles, cars, a Magic vehicle, an e-rickshaw, a scooter and bicycles . The document lists 45 lots , with reserve prices determined according to the valuation details mentioned in the auction notice.
Among the notable vehicles are a 2021 motorcycle with a reserve price of Rs 21,000 , a 2013 four-wheeler with a reserve price of Rs 1.80 lakh , a 2010 car with a reserve price of Rs 39,000 , a 2022 Magic vehicle with a reserve price of Rs 1.20 lakh , and a 2018 Baleno car with a reserve price of Rs 75,000 .
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| Lot | Vehicle | Registration Number | Year | Reserve Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle | BR22AV-6680 | 2021 | Rs 21,000 |
| 2 | Four-wheeler | BR06GF-7247 | 2013 | Rs 1,80,000 |
| 3 | Motorcycle | UP57D-4553 | 2007 | Rs 3,000 |
| 4 | Car | DL-3CBA-5845 | 2010 | Rs 39,000 |
| 5 | Motorcycle | BR22BF-7320 | 2023 | Rs 36,000 |
| 6 | Motorcycle | BR22AV-4571 | 2021 | Rs 15,600 |
| 7 | Motorcycle | BR22BC-1087 | 2023 | Rs 33,000 |
| 8 | Motorcycle | BR22BC-1374 | 2023 | Rs 42,000 |
| 9 | Motorcycle | BR22BD-1425 | 2023 | Rs 25,200 |
| 10 | Motorcycle | BR05BD-9807 | 2023 | Rs 252* |
| 11 | Motorcycle | BR22AV-6707 | 2021 | Rs 22,200 |
| 12 | Motorcycle | MH12UT-4531 | 2022 | Rs 22,200 |
| 13 | Motorcycle | BR22BH-5799 | 2023 | Rs 27,000 |
| 14 | Motorcycle | BR22BG-1982 | 2023 | Rs 22,200 |
| 15 | Motorcycle | BR05AR-6967 | 2021 | Rs 1,200* |
| 16 | Motorcycle | BR22BK-7740 | 2024 | Rs 30,600 |
| 17 | Motorcycle | BR22BF-0489 | 2023 | Rs 22,400 |
| 18 | Motorcycle | BR22AN-5486 | 2019 | Rs 12,500 |
| 19 | Magic | BR22GC-0501 | 2022 | Rs 1,20,000 |
| 20 | E-rickshaw | BR22ER-0907 | 2021 | Rs 36,000 |
| 21 | Motorcycle | BR22BL-8140 | 2024 | Rs 22,300 |
| 22 | Motorcycle | BR22BA-6884 | 2021 | Rs 19,800 |
| 23 | Motorcycle | BP22BE-3133 | 2023 | Rs 57,200 |
| 24 | Bicycle | — | — | Rs 120 |
| 25 | Motorcycle | UP57P-5356 | — | Rs 3,000 |
| 26 | Motorcycle | BR22BH-5113 | 2023 | Rs 30,600 |
| 27 | Bicycle | — | — | Rs 120 |
| 28 | Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7230 | 2018 | Rs 10,200 |
| 29 | Motorcycle | BR22C-8328 | — | Rs 2,400 |
| 30 | Motorcycle | BR22AQ-3762 | 2019 | Rs 19,200 |
| 31 | Motorcycle | BR22F-8615 | — | Rs 3,000 |
| 32 | Motorcycle | BR22Q-2546 | — | Rs 3,000 |
| 33 | Motorcycle | BR22AT-0988 | 2020 | Rs 18,600 |
| 34 | Motorcycle | BR22BR-6110 | 2023 | Rs 15,000 |
| 35 | Scooter | BR22BD-6578 | 2023 | Rs 28,200 |
| 36 | Motorcycle | BR22AT-3159 | 2020 | Rs 18,000 |
| 37 | Motorcycle | BR22AM-9310 | 2019 | Rs 13,200 |
| 38 | Motorcycle | BR22BD-7654 | 2023 | Rs 33,600 |
| 39 | Motorcycle | DL7SBZ-1357 | 2015 | Rs 6,600 |
| 40 | Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7175 | 2024 | Rs 45,000 |
| 41 | Motorcycle | BR22AN-9484 | 2019 | Rs 29,000* |
| 42 | Bicycle | — | — | Rs 120 |
| 43 | Motorcycle | BR22C-8347 | — | Rs 17,400* |
| 44 | Motorcycle | BR22T-0809 | 2014 | Rs 6,000 |
| 45 | Baleno Car | DL12CN-7242 | 2018 | Rs 75,000 |
Note: A few figures in the scanned government document are visibly unclear or appear misaligned in the OCR extraction. Buyers should verify the original auction notice and vehicle documents before submitting a bid. The source document itself records some values in a manner that may require verification.
The list includes several relatively recent motorcycles manufactured between 2019 and 2024 .
A 2024 motorcycle bearing registration BR22BK-7740 has a motor vehicle inspector valuation of Rs 51,000 and a reserve price of Rs 30,600. Another 2024 motorcycle, BR22BL-8140 , has a reserve price of Rs 22,300.
A 2022 Magic vehicle, BR22GC-0501 , has an assessed value of Rs 2 lakh and a reserve price of Rs 1.20 lakh . The list also contains a 2021 e-rickshaw, BR22ER-0907 , with a reserve price of Rs 36,000.
At the higher end of the car category, the notice lists a 2013 four-wheeler, BR06GF-7247 , with an assessed value of Rs 3 lakh and a reserve price of Rs 1.80 lakh . The 2018 Baleno car DL12CN-7242 carries a reserve price of Rs 75,000 .
According to the auction terms, participants must deposit 20% of the vehicle's reserve price as advance/security money. For vehicles being auctioned as scrap, the required amount is 50% .
Applicants are required to submit the prescribed application along with:
The bank draft must be issued by a nationalised bank in favour of Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , payable at SBI Main Branch, Bettiah .
The reserve price mentioned in the auction list will be treated as the vehicle's minimum acceptable price . Bids below the notified reserve price will not be accepted.
For successful bidders, the security amount will be adjusted against the final bid amount. The security deposit of unsuccessful bidders will be returned.
Successful bidders must deposit the remaining auction amount, excluding the security/advance amount, within seven days .
The payment has to be made through DD/challan at the office of the Superintendent of Excise, Bettiah, West Champaran, in accordance with the applicable standard operating procedure. Failure to make the payment within the prescribed period can result in forfeiture of the entire deposited amount and disqualification from participating in future auctions.
The department has clearly stated that bidders will be considered to have fully inspected the vehicle before participating in the auction .
After the vehicle is sold, the auction authority will not accept claims relating to defects or complaints regarding the vehicle.
Bidders must also independently verify the registration number, chassis number and engine number. If these details are unavailable or unclear on the Transport Department portal, the vehicle may not be eligible for re-registration.
The successful bidder will be responsible for completing the ownership transfer at their own cost and risk after taking possession of the vehicle.
The auction committee will not be responsible for registration of auctioned vehicles, except for the provisions applicable to scrap vehicles.
If a vehicle is not sold even after three auctions , it can subsequently be auctioned on an "As Is Where Is Basis" .
Under this provision, the value of the vehicle will be reduced by 10% in each subsequent auction .
The auction committee also reserves the right to remove any vehicle from the auction list. Details of any such removal are to be displayed on the office notice board before the auction.
The vehicles can be inspected at the respective police stations during working days. For additional information concerning the auction, bidders can contact the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah .
Vehicles sold as scrap will not be eligible for ownership transfer and cannot be used for transportation.
The successful scrap buyer will be responsible for cutting and removing the vehicle, including the cost involved in dismantling the scrap vehicle.
The auction committee reserves the right to cancel the auction process for any particular vehicle or vehicles at its discretion without assigning a reason. Its decision will be final.
Vehicle owners who have filed a case, appeal or revision petition in court concerning any of the listed vehicles must submit supporting evidence to the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah, at least one working day before the auction date .
Claims or objections submitted after the specified deadline will not be accepted.
The auction of a vehicle may also be stopped if an appropriate order is received from a competent court.
Bettiah: The Excise Department, West Champaran, Bettiah , has announced an additional short-term public auction of vehicles confiscated under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 . The auction will be conducted on August 6, 2026 (Thursday) for vehicles that remained unsold after the auctions held on July 22, July 27 and July 31, 2026 .
The auction notice has been issued in accordance with the directions of the District Magistrate, West Champaran, Bettiah , and covers a large number of seized and confiscated vehicles, including motorcycles, cars, an e-rickshaw, a Magic vehicle, a Baleno car, a Skoda vehicle, bicycles and other vehicles .
Interested bidders can participate subject to the prescribed conditions, submission of the required documents and payment of the applicable advance/security deposit .
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Auction Authority | Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah |
| Auction Location | West Champaran, Bettiah, Bihar |
| Auction Date | August 6, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Auction Type | Public auction of confiscated vehicles |
| Legal Basis | Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 |
| Previous Auction Dates | July 22, July 27 and July 31, 2026 |
| Security Deposit | 20% of reserve price |
| Scrap Vehicles Security Deposit | 50% of reserve price |
| Payment Deadline for Successful Bidder | Within 7 days of the auction |
| Auction Basis in Subsequent Rounds | As Is Where Is Basis , where applicable |
Auction Notice - https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s3c6e19e830859f2cb9f7c8f8cacb8d2a6/uploads/2026/08/17857523289231.pdf
The auction catalogue includes a large number of vehicles seized in cases registered at various police stations and excise units across West Champaran district .
The list contains motorcycles from different manufacturing years , along with cars, a Skoda vehicle, a Baleno car, an e-rickshaw, a Magic vehicle and bicycles .
Some notable vehicles listed in the auction catalogue include:
| Vehicle | Registration Number | Manufacturing Year | Reserve Price |
| Motorcycle | BR22AV-6680 | 2021 | ₹31,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AQ-4784 | 2019 | ₹19,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BB-1349 | 2022 | ₹28,800 |
| Four-wheeler | BR06GF-7247 | 2013 | ₹2,70,000 |
| Motorcycle | UP57Q-4553 | 2007 | ₹5,000 |
| Car | DL-3CBA-5845 | 2010 | ₹18,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BF-7320 | 2023 | ₹54,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AV-4571 | 2021 | ₹23,400 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AS-1118 | 2020 | ₹22,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BC-1087 | 2023 | ₹49,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22A1-8663 | 2015 | ₹18,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22A5-4397 | — | ₹20,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BC-1374 | — | ₹5,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BD-1425 | 2013 | ₹14,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR05AX-7788 | 2022 | ₹17,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AX-2313 | — | ₹20,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR05BD-9807 | 2023 | ₹17,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AU-6739 | 2021 | ₹24,300 |
| Motorcycle | BR05F-2271 | — | ₹10,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AV-6707 | 2021 | ₹33,300 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7484 | 2024 | ₹40,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BK-8091 | 2024 | ₹58,500 |
| Motorcycle | MH12UT-4531 | 2022 | ₹33,300 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BH-5799 | 2023 | ₹40,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BG-1982 | 2023 | ₹33,300 |
| Motorcycle | BR05AR-6967 | 2001 | ₹27,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR01BL-3251 | 2012 | ₹9,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BK-7740 | 2024 | ₹52,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BF-0489 | 2023 | ₹44,100 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AN-5486 | 2019 | ₹18,500 |
| Magic Vehicle | BR22GC-0501 | 2022 | ₹1,80,000 |
| E-Rickshaw | BR22ER-0907 | 2021 | ₹54,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22DK-8344 | 2024 | ₹44,100 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BC-2725 | 2009 | ₹5,400 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BL-8140 | 2024 | ₹34,200 |
| Motorcycle | BR22S-4822 | 2024 | ₹9,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AN-2555 | 2019 | ₹20,700 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BA-6884 | 2021 | ₹29,700 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AK-7165 | 2019 | ₹18,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR05BK-5970 | 2024 | ₹52,200 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AK-7899 | 2019 | ₹19,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BE-8133 | 2023 | ₹55,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BH-7385 | 2024 | ₹46,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AL-5594 | 2019 | ₹18,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AV-8179 | 2021 | ₹24,100 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AQ-6783 | 2020 | ₹23,400 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AF-8737 / BR22AH-4711 | 2018 | ₹13,500 |
| Motorcycle | UP57P-5356 | — | ₹4,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AM-7531 / BR05AG-7790 | 2019 | ₹18,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AK-8309 | 2024 | ₹15,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BH-5113 | 2023 | ₹41,900 |
| Bicycle | — | — | ₹180 |
| Bicycle | — | — | ₹130 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BD-8273 | 2023 | ₹28,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7230 | 2015 | ₹16,200 |
| Motorcycle | BR22C-8328 | — | ₹300 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AQ-3767 | 2019 | ₹28,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BE-5407 | 2021 | ₹32,400 |
| Motorcycle | BR22F-8615 | 2023 | ₹28,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22D-2546 | — | ₹4,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AT-0988 | 2020 | ₹27,900 |
| Motorcycle | UP57H-8970 | — | ₹4,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BB-6110 | 2023 | ₹22,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BA-0412 | 2022 | ₹1,500 |
| Scooty | BR22BO-6578 | 2023 | ₹42,300 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7387 | 2019 | ₹18,900 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AT-3159 | 2020 | ₹27,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BK-7993 | 2024 | ₹36,000 |
| Motorcycle | BR22D-3367 | — | ₹4,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AM-9310 | 2019 | ₹19,800 |
| Car | BR01BF-3445 | 2012 | ₹72,000 |
| Skoda Auto | DL6CM-2462 | 2012 | ₹76,500 |
| Car | UP75I-8203 | — | ₹22,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7175 | 2024 | ₹67,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AN-9484 | 2019 | ₹26,100 |
| Bicycle | — | — | ₹180 |
| Motorcycle | BR22C-8347 | — | ₹4,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22BE-1682 | 2023 | ₹28,800 |
| Motorcycle | BR22A5-0807 | 2020 | ₹19,600 |
| Motorcycle | BR22AH-6222 | 2018 | ₹13,500 |
| Motorcycle | BR22T-0809 | 2014 | ₹5,000 |
| Baleno Car | DL12CN-7242 | 2018 | ₹1,12,500 |
Note: The vehicle list above is an extracted representation of the supplied scanned auction catalogue. Some registration numbers, vehicle descriptions and figures in the original document are distorted or unclear due to OCR quality. Bidders should verify the official auction notice and original records before submitting an application.
According to the auction terms, an interested bidder must deposit 20% of the vehicle's reserve price as an advance/security amount.
For vehicles classified as scrap , the required security deposit will be 50% of the reserve price .
The deposit must be submitted along with the prescribed application and required documents. The notice specifies that the bank draft should be issued by a nationalised bank in favour of:
Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah
The payment is to be made payable at SBI Main Branch, Bettiah .
The security deposit of the successful bidder will be adjusted against the final auction amount, while the deposits of unsuccessful bidders will be returned.
Applicants participating in the West Champaran seized vehicle auction are required to submit the prescribed application along with:
Applicants should ensure that all documents are complete and valid before submitting their applications.
The successful bidder will have to deposit the remaining auction bid amount , apart from the security deposit, within seven days .
The payment is required to be made through Demand Draft or Challan at the office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah.
Failure to deposit the required amount within the stipulated period may result in the forfeiture of the entire amount deposited by the successful bidder . The bidder may also be barred from participating in current and future auctions .
Potential bidders are required to inspect the vehicle thoroughly before participating in the auction.
Once a vehicle has been auctioned, the successful bidder will not be entitled to raise any claim regarding mechanical defects, condition or other shortcomings in the vehicle.
The auction notice clearly states that bidders will be considered to have completed their inspection of the vehicle before participating in the auction.
The auction authority has cautioned bidders to independently verify the registration number, chassis number and engine number of each vehicle.
If the registration, chassis or engine details are unavailable or unclear on the Transport Department portal, the vehicle may not be eligible for re-registration .
Therefore, bidders have been advised to conduct their own verification and participate only after being fully satisfied with the available vehicle records.
No claim regarding such discrepancies will be entertained after the auction.
If the auction cannot be completed on the scheduled date for any reason, the remaining auction process may continue on the following day .
The auction rules also provide that if a vehicle remains unsold even after three auction attempts , it may subsequently be auctioned on an "As Is Where Is Basis" .
In such cases, the vehicle's auction value will be reduced by 10% in each subsequent auction .
Vehicles auctioned as scrap will not be eligible for ownership transfer or registration.
Such vehicles cannot be used for transportation after being purchased as scrap.
The successful scrap vehicle bidder will be responsible for arranging the cutting and removal of the vehicle at their own cost.
All expenses related to dismantling or cutting scrap vehicles will have to be borne by the successful bidder.
The Auction Committee or competent authority reserves the right to remove any vehicle from the auction list.
If any vehicle is withdrawn before the auction, the updated list will be displayed on the office notice board .
The committee also reserves the right to cancel the auction of any particular vehicle or the entire auction process without assigning a reason. The decision of the auction committee in this regard will be considered final .
The notice also informs the owners of the vehicles listed for auction that the vehicles are proposed to be auctioned.
If any case, appeal or revision petition relating to a vehicle has been filed before or is pending in any court, the vehicle owner must submit the relevant information and supporting documents to the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , at least one working day before the auction date .
Objections or claims submitted after the stipulated deadline will not be accepted.
The auction of a vehicle may also be stopped if an appropriate court order is received in relation to the vehicle.
For inspection of the vehicles, interested bidders can contact the concerned police station during working days.
For information related to the auction process, application procedure and other details, bidders can contact the office of the:
Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah, Bihar
Official email mentioned in the notice: [email protected]
The district administration website mentioned in the notice is the West Champaran district official website .
Those planning to participate in the Bettiah vehicle auction 2026 should carefully verify the following before bidding:
Bettiah: The West Champaran district administration has announced a public auction of vehicles confiscated for allegedly being used in connection with the transportation of liquor following the implementation of complete prohibition in Bihar . The auction is being conducted under the provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 and applicable rules.
According to the short-term auction notice issued by the Collectorate, West Champaran, Bettiah , the confiscated vehicles will be auctioned by the duly constituted auction committee under the supervision of the Excise Department.
The listed vehicles include motorcycles, cars, a Tata Safari, Baleno, Magic vehicle, e-rickshaw and other vehicles . The reserve prices vary depending on the vehicle's condition, age and valuation.
The notice states that the auction of the listed vehicles is scheduled to be held at the Prohibition, West Champaran premises at Uttarwari Pokhara, Bettiah . The notice mentions July 31, 2025, at 1 PM as the auction date. Since the supplied notice also refers to subsequent weekly auctions, prospective bidders should verify the latest schedule with the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah before submitting an application.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Auction Authority | Collectorate, West Champaran, Bettiah |
| Department | Prohibition and Excise Department, West Champaran |
| Auction Type | Public Auction of Confiscated Vehicles |
| Legal Basis | Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act, 2016 |
| Auction Venue | Prohibition Department premises, Uttarwari Pokhara, West Champaran, Bettiah |
| Auction Date Mentioned in Notice | July 31, 2025 |
| Auction Time | 1 PM |
| Subsequent Auction | Remaining vehicles to be auctioned weekly, reportedly every Thursday |
| Eligible Assets | Confiscated vehicles used in connection with liquor transportation |
| Application Authority | Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah |
Auction Notice - https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s3c6e19e830859f2cb9f7c8f8cacb8d2a6/uploads/2026/07/17852345725655.pdf
The supplied auction catalogue contains a large list of confiscated vehicles from police stations and excise cases across West Champaran. Due to OCR distortion in the source document, some lot numbers, registration numbers, chassis numbers, engine numbers and reserve prices are unclear. The following are the clearly readable entries extracted from the notice.
| No. | Police Station | Vehicle | Registration No. | Manufacturing Year | Valuation | Reserve Price |
| 1 | Chanpatia/Shanichari | Motorcycle | BR22AV-6680 | 2021 | ₹50,317 | ₹35,000 |
| 2 | Dhanaha | Motorcycle | BR22AQ-4784 | 2019 | ₹33,900 | ₹22,000 |
| 3 | Dhanaha | Motorcycle | BR22BB-1349 | 2022 | ₹47,026 | ₹32,000 |
| 4 | Dhanaha | Four-wheeler | BR06GF-7247 | 2013 | ₹425,000 | ₹300,000 |
| 5 | Dhanaha | Motorcycle | UP57D-4553 | 2007 | - | ₹5,000 |
| 6 | Dhanaha | Motorcycle | BR22AX-6694 | 2021 | ₹48,699 | ₹28,000 |
| 7 | Dhanaha | Car | DL-3CBA-5845 | 2010 | ₹172,100 | ₹65,000 |
| 8 | Banuchhapar | Motorcycle | BR22BF-7320 | 2023 | ₹94,807 | ₹60,000 |
| 9 | Banuchhapar | Motorcycle | BR22AV-4571 | 2021 | ₹43,608 | ₹26,000 |
| 10 | Banuchhapar | Motorcycle | BR22AS-1118 | 2020 | ₹45,689 | ₹25,000 |
| 11 | Bairia | Motorcycle | BR22M-4097 | 2011 | ₹14,036 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 | Bairia | Motorcycle | BR22BC-1087 | 2023 | ₹70,276 | ₹55,000 |
| 13 | Bairia | Motorcycle | BR22AJ-8663 | 2019 | ₹21,000 | - |
| 14 | Bairia | Motorcycle | BR22AS-4397 | 2020 | ₹44,618 | ₹32,000 |
| 15 | Muffasil | Motorcycle | BR22BC-1374 | 2023 | ₹72,955 | ₹48,000 |
| 16 | Jagdishpur | Motorcycle | BR22BD-1425 | 2023 | ₹63,051 | ₹42,000 |
| 17 | Jagdishpur | Motorcycle | BR05AX-7788 | 2022 | ₹60,777 | ₹30,000 |
| 18 | Jagdishpur | Motorcycle | BR22AK-2313 | 2021 | ₹54,451 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 | Majhaulia | Motorcycle | BR05BD-9807 | 2023 | ₹68,702 | ₹42,000 |
| 20 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22AU-6739 | 2021 | ₹44,618 | ₹27,000 |
| 21 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR05F-2271 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 22 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22AV-6707 | 2021 | ₹58,370 | ₹37,000 |
| 23 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7484 | 2024 | ₹78,542 | ₹45,000 |
| 24 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BK-8091 | 2024 | ₹100,576 | ₹65,000 |
| 25 | Nautan | Motorcycle | MH12UT-4531 | 2022 | ₹54,349 | ₹37,000 |
| 26 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BH-5799 | 2023 | ₹66,940 | ₹45,000 |
| 27 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BG-1982 | 2023 | ₹51,340 | ₹37,000 |
| 28 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR05AR-6967 | 2021 | ₹55,275 | ₹30,000 |
| 29 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR01BL-3251 | 2012 | ₹9,314 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BK-7740 | 2024 | ₹68,136 | ₹51,000 |
| 31 | Nautan | Motorcycle | BR22BF-0489 | 2023 | ₹61,920 | ₹49,000 |
| 32 | Nadi | Motorcycle | BR22AN-5486 | 2019 | ₹33,738 | ₹21,000 |
| 33 | Shanichari | Magic | BR22GC-0501 | 2022 | ₹363,984 | ₹200,000 |
| 34 | Excise Police Station, Bettiah | E-rickshaw | BR22ER-0907 | 2021 | ₹102,310 | ₹60,000 |
| 35 | Excise Police Station, Bettiah | Motorcycle | BR22BE-1977 | 2023 | ₹68,527 | ₹40,000 |
| 36 | Excise Police Station, Bettiah | Motorcycle | BR22BK-8344 | 2024 | ₹65,803 | ₹49,000 |
| 37 | Manua Pul | Motorcycle | BR28C-2725 | 2009 | ₹6,994 | ₹6,000 |
| 38 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22BL-8140 | 2024 | ₹50,320 | ₹38,000 |
| 39 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22S-4822 | 2024 | ₹17,279 | ₹10,000 |
| 40 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AN-2555 | 2019 | ₹36,145 | ₹23,000 |
| 41 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22BA-6884 | 2021 | ₹48,105 | ₹33,000 |
| 42 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AK-7185 | 2019 | ₹38,263 | ₹21,000 |
| 43 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR05BK-5970 | 2024 | ₹71,288 | ₹58,000 |
| 44 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AK-7899 | 2019 | ₹38,230 | ₹22,000 |
| 45 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22BE-8133 | 2023 | ₹62,000 | - |
| 46 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AS-3064 | 2020 | ₹48,338 | ₹29,000 |
| 47 | Yogapatti | Bicycle | Not available | - | - | - |
| 48 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22BH-7385 | 2024 | ₹64,244 | ₹52,000 |
| 49 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | BR22AL-5594 | 2019 | ₹32,875 | ₹20,000 |
| 50 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AV-8179 | 2021 | ₹43,608 | ₹27,000 |
| 51 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AQ-6783 | 2020 | ₹41,443 | ₹26,000 |
| 52 | Yogapatti | Motorcycle | BR22AF-8737 / BR22AH-4711 | 2018 | ₹24,763 | ₹15,000 |
| 53 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | UP57P-5356 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 54 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | BR22AM-123 / BR05AG-7790 | 2019 | ₹33,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 55 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | BR22BK-8309 | 2024 | ₹59,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 56 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | BR22BH-5113 | 2023 | ₹99,000 | ₹51,000 |
| 57 | Thakrahan | Motorcycle | BR22BD-8273 | 2023 | ₹54,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 58 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7230 | 2018 | ₹30,696 | ₹18,000 |
| 59 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22AQ-3762 | 2019 | ₹41,566 | ₹32,000 |
| 60 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22AX-7526 | 2021 | ₹47,962 | ₹36,000 |
| 61 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22BE-5407 | 2023 | ₹55,980 | ₹32,000 |
| 62 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22F-8615 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 63 | Manpur | Motorcycle | BR22Q-2546 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 64 | Bhitaha | Motorcycle | BR22AT-0988 | 2020 | ₹47,862 | ₹31,000 |
| 65 | Bhitaha | Motorcycle | UP57H-8970 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 66 | Srinagar | Motorcycle | BR22BR-6110 | 2023 | ₹48,563 | ₹25,000 |
| 67 | Srinagar | Motorcycle | BR22BA-0412 | 2022 | ₹56,656 | ₹35,000 |
| 68 | Srinagar | Scooter | BR22BD-6578 | 2023 | ₹64,473 | ₹47,000 |
| 69 | Srinagar | Motorcycle | BR22AJ-7387 | 2019 | ₹27,385 | ₹21,000 |
| 70 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | BR22AT-3159 | 2020 | ₹42,270 | ₹30,000 |
| 71 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | BR22BK-7993 | 2024 | ₹58,062 | ₹40,000 |
| 72 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | BR22D-3367 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 73 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | BR22AM-9310 | 2019 | ₹38,962 | ₹22,000 |
| 74 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | BR22BD-7654 | 2023 | ₹56,000 | - |
| 75 | Sahodra | Motorcycle | DL7SBZ-1357 | - | ₹17,818 | ₹11,000 |
| 76 | Chautarwa | Tata Safari | HR26CJ-8058 | 2014 | ₹435,000 | ₹235,000 |
| 77 | Chautarwa | Car | BR01BF-3445 | 2012 | ₹133,602 | ₹80,000 |
| 78 | Chautarwa | Skoda Auto India | DL6CM-2462 | 2012 | ₹183,750 | ₹85,000 |
| 79 | Chautarwa | Car | UP75J-8203 | - | - | ₹25,000 |
| 80 | Nawalpur | Motorcycle | BR22BJ-7175 | 2024 | ₹112,613 | ₹75,000 |
| 81 | Nawalpur | Motorcycle | BR22AN-9484 | 2019 | ₹45,315 | ₹29,000 |
| 82 | Nawalpur | Bicycle | - | - | - | - |
| 83 | Nawalpur | Motorcycle | BR22C-8347 | - | - | ₹5,000 |
| 84 | Nawalpur | Motorcycle | BR22BE-1682 | 2023 | ₹54,163 | ₹32,000 |
| 85 | Gaunaha | Motorcycle | BR22AS-0807 | 2020 | ₹43,003 | ₹22,000 |
| 86 | Gaunaha | Motorcycle | BR22AH-6222 | 2018 | ₹29,321 | ₹15,000 |
| 87 | Gaunaha | Motorcycle | BR22T-0809 | 2014 | ₹13,737 | ₹10,000 |
| 88 | Bagaha | Baleno Car | DL12CN-7242 | 2018 | ₹300,245 | ₹125,000 |
Note: The source document provided by the user is affected by OCR and formatting errors. Therefore, some entries in the original catalogue have been omitted from the table where the vehicle information or reserve price could not be reliably reconstructed. Bidders should rely on the official auction catalogue and inspection of the vehicle before bidding.
According to the auction conditions, individuals wishing to participate must deposit an advance/security amount equivalent to 20% of the reserve price of the vehicle .
For scrap vehicles , the required advance/security amount is 50% of the reserve price .
Applicants are required to submit the prescribed application form along with:
The bank draft must be issued by a nationalised bank in favour of:
Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah
The draft is payable at SBI Main Branch, Bettiah .
The notice specifies that applications and the security amount must be submitted during office hours within the prescribed deadline before the respective auction date.
The amount mentioned in the relevant reserve-price column of the auction catalogue will be treated as the reserve price of the vehicle . Bids below the reserve price will not be accepted.
For successful bidders, the security deposit will be adjusted against the final auction amount. The security deposit of unsuccessful bidders will be returned as per the applicable auction procedure.
Successful bidders will be required to deposit the auction/bid amount, excluding the security deposit already paid , within seven days .
The payment must be made through Demand Draft or Challan at the office of the Superintendent of Excise, Bettiah, West Champaran , in accordance with the applicable Standard Operating Procedure issued under the Bihar Prohibition and Excise framework.
Failure to deposit the required amount within the stipulated period may result in forfeiture of the entire amount deposited by the successful bidder . The bidder may also be barred from participating in the current and future auctions .
The auction notice makes it clear that bidders are expected to inspect the vehicles completely before participating in the auction .
Once a vehicle is auctioned, the auction committee will not be responsible for any mechanical defect, technical problem or other complaint relating to the vehicle.
Bidders must independently verify the available registration number, chassis number and engine number through the relevant transport records.
If the registration, chassis or engine details are unavailable or unclear on the Transport Department portal, the vehicle may not be eligible for re-registration . Applicants are therefore advised to conduct all necessary checks before bidding.
After taking possession of a successfully auctioned vehicle, the successful bidder will have to complete the ownership transfer in their own name at their own cost and responsibility , subject to applicable rules.
The auction committee will not be responsible for the registration process after handing over the vehicle to the successful bidder.
If a vehicle remains unsold even after three rounds of auction , it may subsequently be auctioned on an "As Is Where Is Basis" .
The notice provides for a 10% reduction in the vehicle's price at each subsequent auction conducted under this provision.
The auction committee or competent authority will also have the power to withdraw any vehicle from the auction list .
Vehicles can be inspected at the respective police stations during working days , subject to the arrangements specified by the department.
Additional information regarding the auction can be obtained from the office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah .
The final list of vehicles to be auctioned is expected to be displayed on the department office notice board before the auction .
Vehicles sold as scrap will not be eligible for ownership transfer.
Such vehicles cannot be brought into use for transportation after being auctioned as scrap.
The successful bidder will be responsible for cutting and disposing of the scrap vehicle at their own cost. The auction committee reserves the right to take the final decision regarding the disposal and cutting of such vehicles.
The scrap-related expenses will be borne by the auction purchaser .
The auction notice also informs the owners of the listed vehicles that the vehicles are proposed to be auctioned.
If any vehicle owner has an objection or claim regarding the proposed auction, the objection must be submitted to the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , by the prescribed deadline, which is one working day before the auction date .
After the deadline, no further claim or objection will be entertained.
The auction committee reserves the right to stop the auction of any vehicle if an appropriate order is received from a competent court.
The entire auction process will be conducted in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Bihar Prohibition and Excise Rules, 2022 , and related government procedures.
Before participating in the Bihar seized vehicle auction , bidders should carefully check the following:
Seized Vehicle Auction 2026: Bihar to Auction 200+ Confiscated Cars, Bikes Seized Under Liquor Ban
BETTIAH: In one of the most extensive crackdown-related asset liquidations this year, the West Champaran District Administration has announced a massive public auction of over 210 seized/ confiscated vehicles seized under the stringent Bihar Prohibition and Excise Act .
The District Magistrate of West Champaran, Taranjot Singh (IAS) , has issued urgent directives to notify vehicle owners across multiple states before their assets are permanently auctioned off to the public.
To ensure complete transparency and fulfill legal protocols, the Bettiah Collectorate has dispatched official letters to the Information and Public Relations Department (IPRD), Bihar , requesting immediate publication of notices in prominent local daily newspapers across several states where the registered vehicle owners reside.
Alert notices are being published in:
Haryana: Gurugram district.
Uttar Pradesh: Kushinagar, Deoria, Ghaziabad, and Etawah districts.
New Delhi: South Delhi, East Delhi, Central Delhi, and Vasant Vihar areas.
Maharashtra: Pune district.
Bihar: West Champaran, Gopalganj, Muzaffarpur, Patna, Purnia, Nalanda, East Champaran, Siwan, Sitamarhi, Vaishali, and Chapra.
Under the law, vehicle owners have a final window to halt the proceedings. If any owner has an active appeal or revision case pending in court, they must submit valid documentary proof to the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah , at least one working day before the scheduled auction date.
Vehicles Auction List
The public auction will be conducted on an "As is, Where is" basis by a formally constituted auction committee.
Auction Dates: July 22, July 23, July 27, and July 31, 2026.
Timing: 11:00 AM onwards.
Venue: Office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah (Uttari Pokhra).
Weekly Provision: Any vehicles remaining unsold after these four dates will be auctioned on a weekly basis, specifically on every subsequent Thursday .
The inventory features a diverse range of over 200 vehicles confiscated during anti-smuggling operations. The fleet includes:
Two-Wheelers: Dozens of commuter and premium motorcycles (such as Hero Splendor, Passion, Honda Shine, TVS Apache, and Bajaj Pulsar) with reserve prices starting as low as ₹5,000 to ₹15,000.
Four-Wheelers & SUVs: Private sedans, hatchbacks, and rugged SUVs like Mahindra Boleros, Scorpio, Tata Safari, and Skoda cars.
Commercial & Utility Vehicles: Mahindra Pickups, e-rickshaws, and even a commercial agricultural tractor (Mahindra/Swaraj) and a wooden boat used in riverine smuggling operations.
Prospective bidders must comply with the strict guidelines laid down by the Excise and Prohibition Department :
To participate, bidders must deposit a security amount in advance:
For regular/usable vehicles: Bidders must deposit 20% of the reserve price of the target vehicle.
For scrap vehicles: Bidders must deposit 50% of the reserve price .
Deadline: For the July 22 auction, the deposit must be submitted by July 18, 2026 (Saturday) during office hours. For all other subsequent auction dates, the deposit must be submitted at least three days prior to the respective auction date.
The security deposit must be made via a Bank Draft issued by a nationalized bank.
Payable to: Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah
Payable at: SBI Main Branch, Bettiah
Applicants must submit a physical application form along with self-attested copies of:
An official Character Certificate issued by the respective District Superintendent of Police (SP).
Aadhaar Card
PAN Card
Recent passport-size photograph.
Successful Bidders: The deposited earnest money will be adjusted against the final bidding price. Under standard operating procedures (SOP letter no. 809), the remaining balance must be paid within 07 days at the Excise Office, failing which the entire deposit will be forfeited, and the bidder will be barred from future auctions.
Unsuccessful Bidders: The security deposit drafts will be returned promptly following the conclusion of the bidding process.
Vehicles whose registration, chassis, or engine numbers are missing or illegible on the transport department portal will not be eligible for re-registration . Bidders are advised to inspect the vehicles physically before bidding.
Vehicles auctioned specifically under the scrap category cannot be transferred or used on public roads. Winning bidders are legally obligated to dismantle/cut the scrap vehicles at their own expense.
For physical inspection of the vehicles, interested parties can visit the respective police stations where the vehicles are currently held, or contact the Office of the Superintendent of Excise, West Champaran, Bettiah on any working day.