Delhi Bans Entry of Non-Delhi BS-III Goods Vehicles to Curb Pollution
Starting November 1, Delhi has banned the entry of non-Delhi registered BS-III and below commercial goods vehicles to reduce pollution. Coordinated enforcement involves 23 border checkpoints, public awareness campaigns, and strict action against violators. The move comes as Delhi’s air quality remains poor, with AQI readings mostly falling in the 'poor' to 'very poor' categories across the city.
Delhi authorities have implemented a comprehensive ban on the entry of BS-III and lower standard commercial goods vehicles not registered in Delhi, effective November 1, as part of efforts to tackle worsening air quality during the winter months. The Delhi Police, in coordination with the Transport Department, has deployed teams at 23 key border points to enforce the ban and has launched public awareness campaigns, including signage and social media outreach. Any violating vehicles found operating within Delhi will face strict penalties. The ban excludes Delhi-registered vehicles, BS-VI compliant vehicles, and those running on CNG, LNG, or electricity[1][2][3]. On the first day of enforcement, more than 250 vehicles were turned back at the borders, and numerous challans were issued for lacking valid pollution certificates. Delhi’s air quality remains a major concern, with most monitoring stations reporting 'poor' to 'very poor' AQI levels as of November 1. Additional measures, such as deploying water sprinklers, are also being taken to combat pollution. The policy is a response to the significant contribution of vehicular emissions to the city’s pollution crisis, especially during the winter when air quality typically plummets.
