ThePrint What's behind Delhi govt's U-turn on ‘fuel ban policy’?ThePrintAM:
Jul 4, 2025
The Delhi government makes headlines with its surprising reversal on the fuel ban policy for older vehicles. Amid growing public backlash and difficulties in implementation, officials face challenges in enforcing the ban effectively. The discussion dives into how vehicle owners might circumvent these restrictions, revealing the complexities behind such environmental policies. Tune in for insights into the interplay of governance, public opinion, and environmental consciousness.
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Delhi govt pauses fuel ban
- Delhi government asked CAQM to pause the fuel ban on older petrol and diesel vehicles due to operational challenges.
- Issues with ANPR systems and non-integration with neighboring states make immediate implementation counterproductive.
CAQM's vehicle fuel ban policy
- CAQM's policy bans about 61 lakh old vehicles from Delhi roads using ANPR camera recognition.
- The policy led to backlash over classifying petrol vehicles older than 10 years and diesel older than 15 years as unfit.
Fuel ban implementation challenges
- The fuel ban's dependence on ANPR systems risks glitches and incomplete coverage of neighboring states' data.
- Owners might circumvent the ban by fueling vehicles in adjacent states, undermining policy effectiveness.