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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Fuel ban returns for older vehicles in Delhi: To be implemented from this date
Come November 1, 2025, fuel stations across Delhi and five neighbouring NCR districts will stop supplying petrol and diesel to older vehicles. The restriction applies to diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles older than 15 years. The decision, as reported by PTI, comes days after the ban was lifted after being implemented on July 1. The fuel ban will be enforced not just in Delhi, but also in Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Sonipat. This decision was finalised after a meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), following a request from the Delhi government to delay the enforcement of Direction No. 89, which initially aimed to halt fuel supply from July 1. For the unversed, earlier this month, the Delhi government had launched a campaign targeting end-of-life vehicles. Under this rule, fuel stations were directed not to refill these vehicles to discourage their usage. However, after facing operational hurdles and public backlash, the implementation was temporarily paused. In a letter dated July 3, the Delhi government cited practical challenges with infrastructure and public readiness, pushing CAQM to reassess the timeline. Responding to the appeal, the commission agreed that it would be more effective to implement the ban across all six regions simultaneously, giving authorities and residents time to prepare. The commission's decision now amends its earlier order, allowing EOL vehicles to continue refuelling until the end of October. From November 1 onward, however, the fuel ban will go into full effect. Officials were also reminded that once EoL vehicles are deregistered, they are no longer allowed on the roads in Delhi-NCR and must be seized if found in use.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Fuel ban returns for older vehicles in Delhi: To be implemented from this date
Come November 1, 2025, fuel stations across Delhi and five neighbouring NCR districts will stop supplying petrol and diesel to older vehicles. The restriction applies to diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles older than 15 years. The decision, as reported by PTI , comes days after the ban was lifted after being implemented on July 1. The fuel ban will be enforced not just in Delhi, but also in Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Sonipat. This decision was finalised after a meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), following a request from the Delhi government to delay the enforcement of Direction No. 89, which initially aimed to halt fuel supply from July 1. For the unversed, earlier this month, the Delhi government had launched a campaign targeting end-of-life vehicles. Under this rule, fuel stations were directed not to refill these vehicles to discourage their usage. However, after facing operational hurdles and public backlash, the implementation was temporarily paused. MG Windsor Pro EV Review: More Range, Tech, Safety | TOI Auto In a letter dated July 3, the Delhi government cited practical challenges with infrastructure and public readiness, pushing CAQM to reassess the timeline. Responding to the appeal, the commission agreed that it would be more effective to implement the ban across all six regions simultaneously, giving authorities and residents time to prepare. The commission's decision now amends its earlier order, allowing EOL vehicles to continue refuelling until the end of October. From November 1 onward, however, the fuel ban will go into full effect. Officials were also reminded that once EoL vehicles are deregistered, they are no longer allowed on the roads in Delhi-NCR and must be seized if found in use.
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Taking cognisance of our stand, CAQM has stayed EOL vehicle policy till November 1": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta welcomed the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) decision to stay the implementation of the policy regarding end-of-life (EOL) vehicles in the national capital till November 1, stating that the Delhi government had raised the concerns of the people and the commission took cognisance of it. Speaking to reporters, CM Rekha Gupta said, 'The previous governments never understood this problem being faced by the people. They neither worked on pollution nor on policy. When the CAQM decided to issue this order and the decision of the Court was also included in the order, we had put forward the problem being faced by the people of Delhi, and they should not face injustice. Taking cognisance of our stand, they have put this order on hold till 1 November 2025, and we will also work towards giving relief to the people of Delhi... All this chaos was created by the previous government and our government will work towards solving it.' The CAQM stated that 'All End of Life (EOL) vehicles shall be denied fueling w.e.f. November 1, 2025, in the NCT of Delhi and 5 high vehicle density districts of Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar and Sonipat and w.e.f. April 01, 2026, in the rest of NCR.' The decision comes a day after Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa flagged the issue and highlighted the Delhi government's request to the Centre for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to delay the implementation of the order. The request was made citing implementation-related challenges. The 24th meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining areas was held at its office at Tolstoy Marg. During the meeting, the issue related to the implementation of Direction No. 89, as raised by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD), was deliberated upon. According to the official statement issued by CAQM, Direction No. 89 will be amended to allow EOL vehicles to continue receiving fuel from pumps till November 1, 2025. 'The 24th meeting of the Commission for Air Quality in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) was held today, during which issue related to the implementation of Direction No. 89 as flagged by GNCTD was deliberated upon,' the statement read. The Delhi government, in a letter dated July 3, had flagged 'some operational and infrastructural challenges' in the implementation of Direction No. 89, dated April 23, 2025. The letter pointed out that the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system lacked the 'requisite robustness, citing technological glitches, improper camera placement, malfunctioning sensors and speakers, and the lack of full integration with the database of neighbouring NCR states.' Earlier on Monday, in an interview with ANI, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa flagged 'challenges and implementation flaws' in the CAQM order that put a ban on fuel for end-of-life vehicles in the national capital, stating that the process should be fair. The Delhi Minister stated that there are operational and infrastructural challenges in implementing the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) directions regarding the fuel ban on end-of-life vehicles. (ANI)
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Taking cognisance of our stand, CAQM has stayed EOL vehicle policy till November 1: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta welcomed the Commission for Air Quality Management's ( CAQM ) decision to stay the implementation of the policy regarding end-of-life (EOL) vehicles in the national capital till November 1, stating that the Delhi government had raised the concerns of the people and the commission took cognisance of to reporters, CM Rekha Gupta said, "The previous governments never understood this problem being faced by the people. They neither worked on pollution nor on policy. When the CAQM decided to issue this order and the decision of the Court was also included in the order, we had put forward the problem being faced by the people of Delhi, and they should not face injustice. Taking cognisance of our stand, they have put this order on hold till 1 November 2025, and we will also work towards giving relief to the people of Delhi... All this chaos was created by the previous government and our government will work towards solving it."The CAQM stated that "All End of Life (EOL) vehicles shall be denied fueling w.e.f. November 1, 2025, in the NCT of Delhi and 5 high vehicle density districts of Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gautam Budh Nagar and Sonipat and w.e.f. April 01, 2026, in the rest of NCR."The decision comes a day after Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa flagged the issue and highlighted the Delhi government's request to the Centre for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to delay the implementation of the order. The request was made citing implementation-related 24th meeting of the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining areas was held at its office at Tolstoy Marg. During the meeting, the issue related to the implementation of Direction No. 89, as raised by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD), was deliberated to the official statement issued by CAQM, Direction No. 89 will be amended to allow EOL vehicles to continue receiving fuel from pumps till November 1, 2025."The 24th meeting of the Commission for Air Quality in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) was held today, during which issue related to the implementation of Direction No. 89 as flagged by GNCTD was deliberated upon," the statement Delhi government, in a letter dated July 3, had flagged "some operational and infrastructural challenges" in the implementation of Direction No. 89, dated April 23, letter pointed out that the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system lacked the "requisite robustness, citing technological glitches, improper camera placement, malfunctioning sensors and speakers, and the lack of full integration with the database of neighbouring NCR states."Earlier on Monday, in an interview with ANI, Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa flagged "challenges and implementation flaws" in the CAQM order that put a ban on fuel for end-of-life vehicles in the national capital, stating that the process should be Delhi Minister stated that there are operational and infrastructural challenges in implementing the Commission for Air Quality Management's (CAQM) directions regarding the fuel ban on end-of-life vehicles.
News18
09-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Overage Vehicle Fuel Ban To Be Enforced From November 1 In Delhi-NCR
Delhi government lifted the ban on older diesel and petrol vehicles but will prohibit fuel supply to these vehicles starting November 1, as per sources. Days after the Delhi government lifted the ban on diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) said that fuel supply to these vehicles will be prohibited starting November 1 this year. The CAQM amended its earlier Direction No. 89, postponing the implementation of the 'No Fuel" policy. The revised order will now be enforced not just in Delhi but also across five key National Capital Region (NCR) areas- Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar and Sonipat. Delhi's Fuel Ban Policy The Delhi government launched a major anti-pollution campaign on July 1 targeting so-called 'end-of-life vehicles". Under the original plan, petrol pumps were instructed not to dispense fuel to diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years. The campaign relied on automated camera systems at fuelling stations to detect vehicle age and traffic police were given powers to impound or issue challans to violators. The initiative was spearheaded by the CAQM as part of broader efforts to control worsening air quality in the capital region. However, the move triggered strong backlash from vehicle owners following which Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced the lifting of the ban and hinted that the government would work on a more balanced system to manage older vehicles. Earlier, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena formally intervened by writing to Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, urging the government to put the ban on hold. In his letter, VK Saxena expressed concern over the policy's impact on common people, writing, 'It would be unfair to impound their cars and scrap them even if they have run just a few thousand kilometres." While the immediate enforcement has been deferred, officials confirmed that the policy will be implemented from November 1, with Delhi and NCR as the key enforcement zones. Senior CAQM officials maintained that the policy is crucial to curbing vehicular emissions in Delhi but agreed to delay its implementation after discussions with the Environment Secretary and following VK Saxena's letter. The government is now expected to engage in further consultations to develop a more phased and citizen-friendly enforcement strategy even as preparations continue for full-scale rollout later this year, sources said. view comments First Published: July 08, 2025, 19:40 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
