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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Supreme Court to review Delhi's old vehicle ban today: What's the policy and why was it paused?
The Supreme Court will review the controversial ban on older petrol and diesel vehicles in the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday. The hearing follows a plea by the Delhi government, challenging the blanket ban on diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years, arguing the restrictions lack scientific backing. The Delhi government rolled out the 'No fuel for old vehicles' policy on July 1, but it was paused within two days.(AFP) A bench led by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran will take up the matter. One of the most pertinent questions to be answered from the hearing is whether Bharat Stage VI (BS-VI) compliant vehicles should still face arbitrary end-of-life restrictions based solely on age. The Delhi government's plea seeks a comprehensive study by the Centre and CAQM to assess the actual environmental benefits of age-based restrictions versus emission-based criteria. What's the ban? The current ban traces back to a 2015 order by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which prohibited diesel vehicles older than 10 years and Petrol vehicles older than 15 years. "The vehicles which are more than 15 years old will not be permitted to be parked in any public area, and they shall be towed away and challenged by the police in accordance with the law. This direction would be applicable to all vehicles without exception, i.e. two wheelers, three wheelers, four wheelers, light vehicles and heavy vehicles, irrespective of whether commercial or otherwise," the NGT said in its November 26, 2014, order. The Supreme Court upheld this ruling in 2018, citing alarming air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR and a need to protect public health. In line with this, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) directed that fuel stations stop supplying petrol and diesel to these "end-of-life" vehicles from July 1, 2025. Why was the policy paused? The Delhi government, under chief minister Rekha Gupta, rolled out the 'No fuel for old vehicles' policy on July 1, 2025, but it was paused within two days after facing public backlash. The government then cited logistical hurdles and infrastructure gaps, especially in identifying and enforcing the ban effectively. Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said last week that pollution levels of vehicles should be determined based on their usage rather than their age, ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on the End-of-Life (EoL) vehicle policy. "There are many vehicles that have aged, but because they haven't been used much, their pollution levels are lower. There are so many new vehicles whose age is less but have been used a lot; so we believe that the parameter to determine pollution levels must be the use of the vehicle instead of its age," Sirsa told news agency ANI.
Mint
a day ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Supreme Court may hear Delhi Govt's plea against blanket ban on overage vehicles today
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta-led Delhi government has moved the Supreme Court challenging the blanket ban on diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years. A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice BR Gavai is likely to hear the plea today. The plea seeks to recall the top court's October 29, 2018, order upholding the National Green Tribunal's initial directive. The plea submitted that a comprehensive policy is required to tackle pollution in Delhi-NCR, which gives vehicle fitness based on actual emission levels of individual vehicles as per scientific methods rather than implementing a blanket ban based solely on age. The plea seeks a comprehensive study by the Centre and CAQM to assess the actual environmental benefits of age-based restrictions versus emission-based criteria. Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said last week that pollution levels of vehicles should be determined based on their usage rather than their age, ahead of the Supreme Court hearing on the End-of-Life (EoL) vehicle policy. "There are many vehicles that have aged, but because they haven't been used much, their pollution levels are lower. There are so many new vehicles whose age is less but have been used a lot; so we believe that the parameter to determine pollution levels must be the use of the vehicle instead of its age," Sirsa told news agency ANI. On July 24, a bench led by Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran agreed to examine whether BS-VI compliant vehicles should have an end-of-life limit of 15 years for petrol vehicles and 10 years for diesel vehicles in the Delhi-NCR region. The apex court had earlier directed the transport departments of states in the National Capital Region (NCR) that all diesel vehicles more than 10 years old and petrol vehicles more than 15 years old shall not ply in terms of order of the NGT order. "All vehicles, diesel or petrol, which are more than 15 years old shall not be permitted to ply on the roads and wherever such vehicles of this age are noticed, the concerned authorities shall take appropriate steps in accordance with law, including seizure of the vehicles in accordance with the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Act. "The vehicles which are more than 15 years old, will not be permitted to be parked in any public area, and they shall be towed away and challenged by the police in accordance with the law. This direction would be applicable to all vehicles without exception i.e. two wheelers, three wheelers, four wheelers, light vehicles and heavy vehicles irrespective of whether commercial or otherwise," the NGT said in its November 26, 2014, order. Recently, the Delhi government implemented 'No fuel for 15-year-old petrol and 10-year-old diesel vehicles' from July 1, 2025, in compliance with the mandate from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). However, within two days of its implementation, the city government, facing public ire, put it on hold, citing 'operational and infrastructural challenges' as the reasons. Key Takeaways The Delhi government's vehicle age ban has been put on hold due to public backlash. The government argues for a more scientific approach to vehicle emissions based on usage, not age. The Supreme Court will review the implications of the ban and consider a comprehensive study.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
EV battery outlook: Lithium-ion demand set to jump 48% by 2030, says ICEA report; Import reliance and EoL waste pose key challenges
The lithium-ion battery (LiB) market in India is projected to grow sharply over the next five years, led by rising demand from electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and stationary storage applications, according to a joint report released by the India Cellular and Electronics Association (ICEA) and Accenture. The report estimates that total LiB demand will reach 115 GWh by 2030, with electric vehicle-linked usage expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 48per cent. In comparison, demand from stationary storage is projected to grow at 14per cent CAGR and from consumer electronics at 3per cent, ANI reported. The surge in demand comes amid India's broader push towards its Net Zero targets and the government's supportive policies on clean energy adoption, domestic cell manufacturing, and battery end-of-life (EoL) management. However, the report also highlights structural challenges related to import dependence and environmental risks. Imports rise as local capacity lags 'India currently lacks Li-ion cell pack manufacturing capabilities and mining infrastructure, making it heavily reliant on imports of LiBs consisting of critical battery-active materials such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese,' the report noted. ICEA and Accenture estimate that cumulative demand for these critical materials will exceed 250 kilo tonnes between 2024 and 2030, translating to an import exposure of over $5 billion. To address these risks, the government has launched initiatives including the Critical Minerals Mission and exemptions on trade duties for key minerals. The report also references the Battery Waste Management Rules (BWMR), introduced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) in 2022, which mandate responsible disposal and recycling of used batteries. Collection remains low despite rules Despite the regulatory push, about 39per cent of end-of-life consumer electronics batteries are not being collected, the report observed. India's goals under its COP26 'Panchamrit' pledge include achieving 500 GW of non-fossil electricity capacity and cutting emissions by 1 billion tonnes by 2030. It also plans to reduce GDP emissions intensity by 45per cent and achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070. According to the report, India's ability to meet these targets hinges partly on its capacity to scale Li-ion battery production while managing the supply chain and environmental footprint.
India Gazette
09-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"BJP destroying not only Delhi but neighbouring states": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj criticises end-of-life vehicle policy
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): A day after Centre of Air Quality Management (CAQM) stayed the implementation on the policy regarding End of Life (EoL) vehicles in the national capital region till November 1, Aam Aadmi Party's Delhi president Saurabh Bhardwaj on Tuesday accused the government of 'destroying' Delhi and the neighbouring states. Speaking to ANI, Bhardwaj claimed that the Delhi government wants to expand the implementation of the EoL policy in the areas of Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Noida, Faridabad and more. He claimed that this stay on banning EoL vehicles will adversely affect crores of vehicles, estimating that around 2 crore of them will be junked, instead of the earlier estimate of 62 lakh. 'Not only Delhi but also this government has destroyed the neighbouring states. They wrote a letter to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) and said that whatever they are doing is right, and in this way, only the pollution will be reduced. They requested some time so that this ban can be implemented in other adjoining cities as well. CAQM agrees to implement this ban from November 1 in Delhi, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Noida/Greater Noida, Faridabad, and Sonipat,' the AAP leader said. 'Now, earlier, where preparation was done to give 62 lakh vehicles to junk, now around two crore vehicles will go to junk,' he claimed. Earlier on July 8, CAQM delayed the implementation of the policy after Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa flagged the issue and highlighted the Delhi government's request, citing infrastructural limitations on its implementation. CAQM said the Delhi government brought attention to the issue in a letter on July 3, highlighting 'some operational and infrastrucural challenges in implementation of direction No 89 dates April 23, 2025.' The Delhi government's letter flagged challenges in implementation by citing that the Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) system lacks the 'requiste robustness, with issues related to technological glitches, camera placement, working of sensors and speakers, and that the system is not yet full integrated with the database of neighbouring NCR states.' (ANI)
NDTV
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Old Vehicles Fuel Ban In Delhi, Nearby Cities Deferred to Nov 1 Due To Tech Issues
New Delhi: The fuel ban on end-of-life (EoL) vehicles in Delhi and some parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) will not come into effect until November 1, according to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). The delay is due to technical issues with the automated number plate recognition (ANPR) system, which is essential for identifying non-compliant cars at fuel stations. The updated schedule gives owners of older cars - specifically petrol vehicles older than 15 years and diesel vehicles older than 10 years - a grace period until October 31. With a complete rollout throughout the NCR planned for April 2026, the enforcement will initially start in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddh Nagar (Noida), and Sonipat. Sources said that during the CAQM meeting, the Delhi government's environment department secretary expressed concern that ANPR cameras at Delhi's gas stations are currently having operational problems and are not correctly identifying EoL vehicles. The secretary also pointed out that the very goal of lowering pollution could be undermined if the ban is partially implemented. This is because owners of restricted vehicles in Delhi may go to nearby NCR districts to refuel. According to reports, CAQM decided to extend the enforcement period and guarantee a consistent implementation strategy in large part because of these arguments. It is anticipated that CAQM will amend 'Direction 89' to include the updated schedule and enforcement information. In order to prevent arbitrary enforcement and guarantee compliance through automation, officials said it is imperative to overcome technological obstacles. As part of a larger strategy to reduce emissions from aging and polluting vehicles, the ban will, once it is in effect, stop fuel stations from refueling EoL vehicles in the designated areas. Last month, the CAQM also announced a ban on the entry of specific commercial goods vehicles into Delhi from November 1, in addition to the EoL fuel restriction. Unless they are registered in Delhi, all light, medium, and heavy goods vehicles that do not run on BS-VI diesel, CNG, LNG, or electricity will not be allowed entry. The goal of this action is to lower emissions from heavy-duty freight traffic, which is known to be a factor in the declining quality of the air. These actions are a component of the CAQM's all-encompassing endeavor to apply pollution control strategies uniformly throughout the NCR. The goal of the phased rollout is to allow authorities time to improve public awareness, fix technical bottlenecks, and fortify infrastructure.
