If you live in Delhi and drive an older vehicle, big changes are coming your way. The city is getting serious about cutting down pollution, and the new move is bold — soon, petrol or diesel won’t be sold to vehicles that have crossed their age limit.
It sounds strict, but it’s a step the city says is needed for cleaner air and a healthier future.
🎯 What’s the Policy All About?
The idea is simple: if your vehicle is too old — usually over 10 years for diesel and 15 years for petrol — you won't be allowed to refuel it at stations across Delhi. Instead of manual checks, petrol pumps will now have high-tech cameras that automatically scan your number plate and decide whether or not you can fill up.
No arguments, no negotiations — the system will just know.
🔍 How Will It Work?
Fuel stations across the city are being fitted with cameras that can read your license plate. If your vehicle is registered as overage, the machine will flag it, and fuel will be denied. This tech-based approach means there’s no need for physical verification — the system does it all on its own.
It might sound intense, but for those who own compliant vehicles, it should be business as usual.
đźš— Who Does It Affect?
If you're driving a diesel car older than 10 years or a petrol one that's more than 15 years old — this policy directly affects you. The idea isn’t to punish car owners but to slowly move toward cleaner roads and lower emissions.
Of course, there will be edge cases — vintage cars, certain permits, and electric vehicles won't be part of this rule.
đź’ Why It Matters
Delhi’s air quality often makes headlines for all the wrong reasons. And while we all want breathable air and a greener future, real change often means hard decisions. This policy might be inconvenient for some, but it could be a crucial push toward cleaner living — something all of us benefit from.
