Delhi Government Pauses Controversial Vehicle Policy: Relief for 60 Lakh Vehicle Owners

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In this video, we explore Delhi’s controversial fuel ban on end-of-life vehicles, covering key updates, background details, and expert insights on why the government decided to pause the policy. Whether you’re following this issue for the first time or looking for the latest analysis on its impact on over 60 lakh vehicle owners, this breakdown has you covered. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more updates on Delhi’s vehicle policies, air pollution control, and transport news.    #DelhiVehiclePolicy #VehicleOwnersRelief #DelhiNews #PolicyUpdate #CarOwnersIndia #BreakingNews #DelhiGovernment #TransportNews #VehiclePolicyPaused #IndiaNews  ~ED.70~

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00:00In a significant move, the Delhi government has decided to pause its controversial vehicle

00:09policy, providing much-needed relief to more than 60 lakh vehicle owners across the capital.

00:16This policy was initially aimed at tackling the city's worsening air pollution by restricting

00:20the use of older vehicles. Under the mandate, diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol

00:25vehicles older than 15 years were to be denied fuel, a measure meant to gradually remove

00:30these high-emission vehicles from Delhi's roads. However, the decision faced immediate

00:35backlash. Many residents argued that the policy was impractical and placed an unfair burden

00:41on families, small businesses and daily commuters who rely on older vehicles to make a living.

00:54Department officials and the traffic police had already begun enforcing the ban. Vehicles

00:59found refuelling despite age restrictions were being impounded on the spot, leading to rising

01:04tensions at petrol stations and concerns among the public.

01:08Speaking to the media, Delhi's Environment Minister Manjendra Singh Sarsa acknowledged the

01:12growing frustration. He emphasised that whilst improving air quality remains a priority, the

01:17government must stand with its people and consider their everyday struggles.

01:21Sarsa also criticised the previous administration for pushing what he described as rigid norms

01:26without accounting for practical challenges. According to him, any solution must be realistic,

01:32inclusive and supported by infrastructure that helps citizens transition smoothly to cleaner

01:37alternatives.

01:39Inside the Delhi Assembly, lawmakers held heated discussions about the broader impact of the

01:43ban. Many pointed out that over 60 lakh registered vehicles in the city, the effects of such a strict policy would

01:50be far-reaching, affecting livelihoods, local businesses and families who simply countergird a sudden

01:55switch to newer and greener vehicles. At the same time, Delhi's air pollution crisis is undeniable.

02:02The city consistently ranks among the most polluted in the world, putting the health of millions at risk,

02:07especially during the harsh winter months when smog levels spike.

02:12Experts say that any lasting solution must balance urgent environmental action with practical support for citizens.

02:18That means investing in robust public transportation, expanding metro networks and encouraging the use of

02:24electric and cleaner fuel vehicles, all while ensuring that these options are accessible and affordable.

02:30As the government takes a step back to reassess, many vehicle owners are breathing a sigh of relief.

02:35A taste for now.

02:36But the question still stands, how can Delhi tackle its severe air pollution without putting undue pressure on its people?

02:43Finding that balance will be critical as the city moves forward.

02:47For Delhi, the route for cleaner air is not just about policies and vans.

02:51It's about building a future where progress and sustainability can go hand-in-hand.

02:56FAIR

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