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Delhi Implements Vehicle Restrictions Under GRAP Stage 3
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What Happened?
Delhi Traffic Police has issued guidelines on vehicle restrictions under GRAP Stage 3 due to worsening air quality. Residents are advised to check the rules before traveling.
Key points
- GRAP Stage 3 is now in effect across Delhi-NCR.
- Allowed vehicles include petrol vehicles meeting BS-IV and diesel vehicles meeting BS-VI norms.
- Electric and CNG vehicles are permitted.
- Emergency service vehicles are exempt from restrictions.
- Prohibited vehicles include petrol vehicles older than BS-III and diesel vehicles below BS-VI.
Key insights
- The implementation of GRAP Stage 3 could lead to reduced vehicular pollution in Delhi.
- Residents may need to adjust their travel plans due to these restrictions.
- Public transport usage may increase as a result of these vehicle limitations.
Why it matters
These restrictions aim to improve air quality in Delhi, which is currently in a 'very poor' category.
Source
Times Now
