Strict rules will be implemented for vehicles coming from outside Delhi from tomorrow, know the whole thing.

News Topical, Digital Desk : The air quality in the capital, Delhi, has once again reached dangerous levels. In response to the health crisis caused by pollution, the Delhi government has announced stricter regulations regarding vehicles and construction activities. These measures will directly impact vehicles coming from outside states, bus services, and construction-related businesses.

Only vehicles that meet BS-6 standards will be allowed entry.

The government has made it clear that restrictions on Delhi's borders will be further tightened starting the morning of December 18th. Only vehicles registered in other states that comply with BS-6 emission standards will be allowed to enter the capital. BS-2, BS-3, and BS-4 vehicles, whether private or commercial, will not be allowed into Delhi for the time being.

The screws will also be tightened on the already running outside vehicles

Vehicles from other states already in Delhi will also be inspected. Any vehicle found to be below the prescribed standards will be removed from the road and confiscated. The government says the rules will apply equally to all.

Interstate bus passengers may face problems

Many interstate buses still run on BS-4 diesel engines. Therefore, the movement of these buses is expected to be affected. This could have a direct impact on passenger convenience and bus operations.

No PUC, no fuel; digital monitoring at petrol pumps

Another important rule will be implemented in Delhi from Thursday (December 18). Vehicles without a valid pollution control certificate will not receive petrol or diesel. To achieve this, vehicles will be identified and checked at petrol pumps using ANPR technology.

Will PUC from outside states work or not?

In such a situation, people are wondering whether PUC certificates issued in other states will be valid? The government has clarified that valid PUC certificates issued anywhere in the country are valid, provided they have not expired.

Complete halt on transportation of construction material

At the same time, the government has also banned the transportation of construction materials, prohibiting pollution-causing activities. Trucks, tractors, or other vehicles carrying construction materials will be stopped at the Delhi border. This ban applies to both external and internal transportation.

Exemption to CNG and electric vehicles

However, CNG and electric vehicles are exempt from these restrictions, even if they are registered outside Delhi. The restrictions apply only to petrol and diesel-powered, non-BS-6 vehicles.

The situation is not easy

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa apologized to the public for the inconvenience. He said, "It's impossible for any government to completely eliminate pollution in a few months, but it's necessary to take strong measures, prioritizing public health."

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