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New Delhi: All commercial vehicles with BS4 engines will be barred from entering Delhi from Saturday (November 1) onwards in a bid to control rising pollution in the national capital. As per the new rule, only vehicles with the newer BS6 engines will be allowed to play in Delhi. The rule applies to all types of commercial vehicles – light, medium, or heavy – that run on BS4 engines. Delhi is currently reeling under poor air quality, with an unhealthy amount of pollutants in the air. Due to this, several people living in Delhi-NCR are complaining of uneasiness, nausea, and breathing issues. The decision has been welcomed by experts, who believe that limited vehicle movement inside Delhi could improve air quality. Experts added that it will encourage transport operators to upgrade to cleaner vehicles. However, they maintained that the success of the rule will depend on strict enforcement. This comes after the Delhi Government’s attempt to induce artificial rain through cloud seeding failed terribly. Also Read: Air Turns Poisonous, Govt Turns Passive: Delhi’s Worst October AQI in 3 Years Who Is Exempt? BS4 commercial vehicles registered in Delhi can still operate in the city.Vehicles running on CNG, LNG, or electricity are allowed, as they pollute much less.Private cars, taxis, and app-based cabs like Ola and Uber are not affected. What are BS4 and BS6? The Bharat Stage (BS) standards are rules that limit vehicle pollution. BS4 came into effect in 2020, cutting emissions of harmful gases like nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and carbon monoxide. BS6 is stricter, reducing emissions even more and making engines cleaner. How Will It Be Enforced? The Delhi Transport Department has set up RFID scanners at all city entry points to detect BS4 vehicles. Those caught breaking the rule could face fines up to Rs 20,000 or even have their permits cancelled. Authorities have asked drivers and transport operators to cooperate, saying the move is necessary to protect public health and improve air quality in Delhi. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Delhi and around the world.
