Big news for Delhi residents! The Delhi Government is bringing a major change that will impact all vehicle buyers—whether you are planning to buy a car, a three-wheeler, or even a two-wheeler. This new rule is set to reduce pollution, and unlike previous policies that mainly targeted cars, this one is going to affect two-wheeler and three-wheeler buyers as well. Let’s dive into the details of this new vehicle ban in Delhi.
Delhi’s New Vehicle Ban – What’s Changing?
Under the new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0, the Delhi Government has introduced strict rules to encourage the adoption of electric vehicles. Here’s what will change:
- If you already own two petrol/diesel cars, your third car must be an electric vehicle (EV).
- From August 2025, no new petrol or CNG three-wheelers (auto-rickshaws or goods carriers) will be registered.
- From 2026, new petrol or diesel two-wheelers (bikes and scooters) will not be allowed for registration.
These rules have been approved by Pankaj Kumar Singh and will soon be presented to the Delhi Cabinet for final approval.
Big Changes for Auto-Rickshaws and Three-Wheelers
- All CNG auto-rickshaws older than 10 years will have to be either replaced with electric autos or converted into EVs.
- From August 2025, no new CNG auto-rickshaw or three-wheeler goods carrier registrations will be allowed.
- Existing CNG auto permits will not be renewed; they will only be reissued as electric vehicle (e-auto) permits.
Government Vehicles to Go Electric Too!
It’s not just private vehicles facing restrictions. The policy also focuses on government-owned vehicles:
- Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) garbage collection trucks and other civic vehicles will gradually be transitioned into electric vehicles.
- Old government petrol and diesel vehicles will also be replaced with EVs.
What Does This Mean for Delhi’s Roads?
The Delhi Government has been taking aggressive steps to reduce air pollution, and this policy is another big move towards that goal. With strict implementation, Delhi could see fewer petrol and diesel vehicles on the roads, leading to cleaner air. However, it also means that people planning to buy new vehicles will need to start considering EV options seriously.
What do you think about this move? Will it help in reducing pollution? Let us know in the comments!