Delhi Government Challenges Feasibility of Fuel Ban on Overage Vehicles

The Delhi government has requested the suspension of a fuel ban on overage vehicles, citing technological challenges and public discontent. The move follows a Supreme Court ruling banning older vehicles. Officials stress the need for a solution that considers pollution levels rather than vehicle age.

In a significant development, the Delhi government has urged the Centre's air quality panel to suspend the controversial fuel ban on overage vehicles, emphasizing its impracticality due to technological challenges.

Delhi's Environment Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, highlighted the public discontent and called for a reconsideration, given the widespread impact on transportation and livelihoods.

Efforts are being made to address the end-of-life vehicle ban while considering pollution levels rather than rigid age-based criteria. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed commitment to resolving these issues for the city's residents.

(With inputs from agencies.)