GRAP 4 Vehicle Ban in Delhi-NCR: Restrictions Implemented - How to Check What’s Allowed, What’s Banned
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan in response to Delhi's severe air quality, as the AQI exceeded 400. This stage enforces stricter restrictions, banning BS-3 petrol and BS-4 diesel vehicles, with exceptions for essential services.
GRAP 4 Vehicle Ban in Delhi-NCR: Restrictions Implemented - How to Check What’s Allowed, What’s Banned
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) activated Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after Delhi’s AQI crossed 400 on Saturday. The Sub-Committee noted that meteorological conditions were not favourable and could push pollution levels higher.
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Stage-IV, also known as the Severe+ category (AQI above 450), adds stricter measures on top of the Stage-I, II and III actions that were already in place.
Under Stage-IV restrictions, BS-3 petrol and BS-4 diesel vehicles are not allowed to operate in Delhi-NCR except when used for essential services. CNG, electric and clean-fuel vehicles are exempt from these restrictions.
Entry Rules for Trucks
- BS-IV diesel trucks are barred from entering Delhi.
- Exceptions apply only to trucks carrying essential commodities or providing essential services.
- CNG, LNG, electric and BS-VI diesel trucks are permitted.
Ban on Delhi-Registered Diesel HGVs
Delhi-registered Heavy Goods Vehicles that are BS-IV diesel or below are prohibited from plying. Only vehicles engaged in essential operations are allowed.
How to Check Your Vehicle’s BS Compliance
- Registration Certificate (RC) - The BS emission category is listed in the vehicle details section of the RC.
- Pollution Under Control (PUC) Certificate - PUC certificates may reference or indicate the emission standard of the vehicle.
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) - The VIN - located on the dashboard or inside the driver-side door - includes the manufacturing year in its 9th and 10th characters. This helps identify the BS norms applicable to that model year.
- Online Verification Tools - Some vehicle manufacturers and third-party portals provide online tools to confirm emission compliance.
- Manufacturing Year - BS-IV norms became mandatory nationwide from April 2017. Vehicles manufactured after this date meet at least BS-IV standards or higher. The year of manufacture is listed on the RC or Form 21.
Other Measures Implemented Under GRAP 4
Construction and Demolition Ban
The existing Stage-III ban on construction and demolition has been extended under Stage-IV to include linear public projects such as highways, roads, flyovers, overbridges, power transmission lines, pipelines and telecom infrastructure.
Schools to Operate in Hybrid Mode
Governments in NCR districts like Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gautam Buddha Nagar have been advised to conduct classes for students of Class VI to IX and Class XI in hybrid mode.
In Delhi, students may opt for online classes wherever feasible.
Scope for Additional Restrictions
Authorities may also consider further emergency actions such as closing colleges, suspending non-essential commercial activities or introducing odd-even rules for private vehicles.
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