Archive · 28 Oct 2025
Delhi Implements Vehicle Ban to Curb Pollution From November 1
Delhi is taking steps to improve air quality by limiting certain vehicles.
Starting November 1st, commercial vehicles that are not up to the BS-VI emission standards and are registered outside of Delhi will not be allowed to enter the city.
Vehicles registered in Delhi are exempt, along with newer BS-VI compliant diesel vehicles.
Older BS-IV compliant vehicles can enter until October 31, 2026.
This is in line with the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) directions.
Transport companies are discussing their next steps regarding the new rules.
Non-BS-VI compliant commercial vehicles registered outside Delhi are banned from entering Delhi from November 1.
The decision aligns with the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) directions.
Delhi-registered commercial vehicles are exempt from the ban.
BS-VI compliant diesel vehicles are exempt.
BS-IV compliant diesel vehicles can enter until October 31, 2026.
- Who
- Delhi government and CAQM
- What
- Ban on non-BS-VI commercial vehicles entering Delhi
- When
- Starting November 1, 2024
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- To address pollution and adhere to emission standards
Vehicle Restriction
Transport Industry Concerns
Entry of BS-IV Vehicles
Vehicle Restriction
BS-IV vehicles are restricted entry to Delhi from November 1
Transport Industry Concerns
Transport industry hopes for an extension on entry of BS-IV compliant vehicles.
- Restriction Start Date
- November 1, 2024
- Affected Vehicles
- Non-BS-VI commercial vehicles registered outside Delhi
- Exemptions
- Delhi-registered commercial vehicles, BS-VI diesel vehicles, BS-IV diesel vehicles until October 31, 2026, and vehicles running on CNG, LNG, or electricity
- Regulatory Body
- Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)
- BS-IV Vehicle Deadline
- October 31, 2026
Sources
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