Delhi launches ‘gamechanger’ ban on petrol vehicles to tackle air pollution
Summary
Delhi’s government announced plans to ban petrol scooters, motorbikes, and autorickshaws by 2028, replacing them with electric vehicles to reduce air pollution. The policy aims to have at least 30% of vehicles in the city running on electricity by 2030 and includes creating 30,000 charging points and offering tax breaks for electric vehicles.Key Facts
- Delhi will stop issuing new licenses for petrol scooters and three-wheelers by 2027 and for petrol motorbikes by 2028, switching to only electric versions.
- Transport is the largest source of air pollution in Delhi, causing health problems and thousands of deaths annually.
- Scooters and rickshaws make up over two-thirds of vehicles on Delhi’s roads.
- The government plans to ensure 30% of Delhi’s vehicles are electric by 2030.
- More than 30,000 public charging points will be installed to support electric vehicles.
- Tax exemptions will be given to people buying new electric cars to encourage adoption.
- The policy is seen by experts as a major step to reduce toxic emissions in the city.
- Delhi’s government faced criticism for poor action against pollution before this plan.
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