New Pollution Rules to Be Enforced in Delhi NCR From November 1: Check What’s Banned & What’s Allowed Under New Guidelines

The national capital is all set to experience strict pollution control measures as authorities deal with stubble burning and the upcoming winter season. Some measures from the  Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) are specifically for Delhi, while others cover the overall NCR. Check this guide to understand the restrictions, list of changes, impact on officegoers and more. 

Delhi NCR Pollution Rules From November 1: List of Key Changes 

• Vehicle restrictions: Non-BS-VI vehicles registered outside Delhi will not be allowed to enter the capital, except for certain specified exemptions.

• No PUCC, No Fuel: Under the enforcement drive, vehicles lacking a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) will face restrictions on buying fuel.

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• Construction restrictions: Dust-generating demolition and outdoor civil construction activities will be banned, with the exception of eligible essential public infrastructure projects.

• Higher parking charges: Parking fees at authorised parking facilities are set to double.

• Office arrangements: The winter action plan includes 50% work-from-home arrangements and staggered office timings to cut down on commuting and traffic congestion.

Delhi NCR Pollution Rules From November 1: Which Vehicles Will Be Banned From Entering Delhi? 

One of the main changes involves vehicles that are registered outside Delhi. Starting November 1, vehicles registered outside the national capital that fail to meet BS-VI emission standards will not be allowed to enter Delhi.

The restriction is set to stay in effect until January 31, 2027. It is anticipated to impact commuters coming to Delhi from nearby NCR cities such as Gurugram, Faridabad, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad. However, exemptions will be granted to: 

• BS-VI-compliant vehicles, subject to applicable entry rules.

• CNG-powered vehicles.

• Electric vehicles (EVs).

• Emergency vehicles, including ambulances, fire tenders and police vehicles.

• Other vehicles covered under specific exemptions.