The government and administration are adopting strict stance to deal with the increasing air pollution in the national capital, Delhi. In view of this, there will be a ban on entry of diesel buses coming from NCR to Delhi in the national capital from November 1 (Wednesday). In such a situation, its impact may be visible on the convenience of passengers.
Over this decision, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai spoke to ANI: “The entry of diesel buses into Delhi has been stopped from today as per the directions by CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management). 18 teams have been formed for this. It is my request to the state governments to ply only CNG, Electric or BS-VI buses from their depots so that passengers do not face any trouble.”
#WATCH | Air pollution | Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai says, "The entry of diesel buses into Delhi has been stopped from today as per the directions by CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management). 18 teams have been formed for this…It is my request to the state… pic.twitter.com/eCya6DHB4b
— ANI (@ANI) November 1, 2023
To prevent air pollution, only electric, CNG and BS-VI compliant diesel buses will be operated in Delhi. The effect of this order can be seen in some cities of Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) had announced that only electric, CNG and BS VI-compliant diesel buses will be allowed to operate from November 1. Let us tell you that this rule will also be applicable in private buses.
