Big news for vehicle owner’s. Starting April 1, vehicles that are over 15 years old won’t be able to fill up at petrol stations in Delhi. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced this move as part of efforts to cut down on pollution from vehicles. This new rule will primarily impact petrol-powered cars. The aim is to clean up the air by getting rid of very old vehicles on the roads.
To enforce this, special equipment will be set up at petrol stations. The minister mentioned that from April 1, any vehicle deemed too old won’t be able to get fuel. About 80% of petrol pumps already have this equipment, and the rest will be ready before the deadline.
The Petroleum Ministry is working with petrol stations to ensure they’re all informed about this change. Additionally, teams are being organized to spot and remove these older vehicles from Delhi.
Manjinder Singh Sirsa shared these updates after extensive meetings with officials to discuss strategies for tackling air pollution in the city. He pointed out that previous administrations failed to address issues related to water and air quality.
As part of the government’s pollution reduction plan, they will:
– Involve Delhi University students in tree planting initiatives.
– Identify major polluting organizations.
– Require smog guns to be installed in high-rise buildings, hotels, and commercial areas, including the airport.
The minister highlighted three main pollution sources: dust, vehicles, and construction. He noted that they lack data on vehicles coming from outside the city and confirmed the decision to stop fueling vehicles older than 15 years after March 31, 2025.