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Delhi to bar BS-IV and older goods vehicles from November 1
From November 1, Delhi will bar commercial goods vehicles rated BS-IV or older from entering the city.
The restriction covers light, medium and heavy goods vehicles, other trucks and buses, according to an advisory from Gurugram traffic police.
CNG and electric vehicles are exempt, as are diesel buses and trucks that meet BS-VI standards.
Buses registered in Delhi are also exempt, while vehicles operating under All India Tourist Permits and other service arrangements are included in the restriction.
The rules are intended to help control air pollution and protect the environment.
Transporters, drivers and bus operators have been asked to check their vehicles’ emission standards and registration details before entering Delhi.
The restriction takes effect on November 1.
Delhi will bar commercial goods vehicles meeting BS-IV or lower emission standards from entering the city from November 1.
The restriction applies to light, medium and heavy goods vehicles, other trucks and buses.
CNG and electric vehicles are exempt, as are diesel buses and trucks that meet BS-VI standards.
Buses registered in Delhi are also exempt.
Gurugram traffic police said the measures aim to control air pollution and protect the environment.
- Who
- Commercial goods vehicles that meet BS-IV or lower emission standards.
- What
- They will be barred from entering Delhi, subject to specified exemptions.
- When
- From November 1. The advisory was issued on October 16, 2026.
- Where
- Delhi.
- Why
- To control air pollution and protect the environment.
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Gurugram traffic police issued an advisory on the entry restrictions.
The restrictions on BS-IV and older commercial goods vehicles are due to take effect.
- Effective date
- November 1
- Restricted standards
- BS-IV or lower
- Vehicle types
- Light, medium and heavy goods vehicles, other trucks and buses
- Exempt vehicles
- CNG and electric vehicles; diesel buses and trucks meeting BS-VI standards
- Additional exemption
- Buses registered in Delhi