Petrol, diesel ban on old vehicles in Delhi starts today, 350 booths under watch
These enforcement squads possess the authority to seize vehicles or issue fines to owners of non-compliant EoL vehicles. Legally reinforced by the Supreme Court's 2018 decision, the initiative supports the 2014 National Green Tribunal's ruling that prohibits parking vehicles older than 15 years in public spaces. advertisementBacking these actions, the Delhi government has outlined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), compelling petrol stations to log each refused fuel transaction. Additionally, stations must display notices stating, "Fuel will not be dispensed to End of Life Vehicles — i.e. 15 years old Petrol and CNG and 10 years old Diesel 01.07.2025." These signs will act as clear reminders to vehicle owners about the imposed limitations.Compliance with CAQM rules is mandatory for fuel stations, which are also required to train their personnel accordingly. Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems will be in operation to ensure adherence to the policy, with the Delhi Transport Infrastructure Development Corporation (DTIDC) maintaining the systems' efficacy. These tech-based measures are vital for real-time compliance tracking.Responding to findings from the VAHAAN database, it is noted that Delhi is home to approximately 62 lakh EoL vehicles, comprising 41 lakh two-wheelers and 18 lakh four-wheelers. The surrounding NCR districts in Haryana, UP, and Rajasthan add another 46 lakh EoL vehicles to the tally. This data underscores the extensive scale of the issue within the region.Petrol stations that breach these directives will incur penalties under Section 192 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Reports detailing non-compliance are to be submitted weekly to both the CAQM and the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas for further proceedings. This accountability framework ensures strict adherence to the rules.- Ends
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