In Brief
- Delhi will ban non-BS-VI vehicles from adjoining states.
- Over 10 lakh vehicles from NCR cities fall below BS-VI standards.
- The move targets vehicles from Gurgaon, Noida, Ghaziabad, and others.
- Ban may disrupt daily commuters relying on these vehicles.
Delhi bans non-BS-VI vehicles from neighbouring states
Delhi authorities have announced a ban on non-Bharat Stage VI (BS-VI) vehicles registered in neighbouring cities such as Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, starting from November 1. According to estimates from the transport department, more than 10 lakh vehicles in these regions do not meet the BS-VI emission standards.
The ban aims to curb air pollution in Delhi by restricting entry of higher-polluting vehicles from the National Capital Region (NCR). The affected vehicles mainly include those registered before the implementation of BS-VI standards across India.
This measure is part of Delhi's continuing drive to improve air quality and comply with environmental regulations. However, officials acknowledge that the restriction will impact a large number of daily commuters who travel into Delhi from surrounding areas for work and other purposes.
The transport department has warned vehicle owners in the NCR to upgrade to BS-VI compliant vehicles or switch to alternate modes of transport to avoid inconveniences. The ban is expected to come into effect soon, although the exact date and enforcement mechanisms have not been detailed publicly.
