Commuters from Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad face new vehicle entry restrictions in Delhi under the revised winter pollution curbs.
\n\nResidents of Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad travelling to Delhi will have to check their vehicles' emission standards before setting out, as the capital's revised winter pollution restrictions also cover vehicles registered in neighbouring NCR cities. From November 1, 2026, vehicles registered outside Delhi that meet BS-IV or older emission standards will not be allowed to ply in the national capital until January 31, 2027.
\n\nThe restrictions have been introduced under the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to tackle air pollution during the winter months. According to the Delhi Traffic Police, only vehicles meeting BS-VI emission standards, along with CNG and electric vehicles, will be permitted to operate in Delhi, subject to applicable rules and exemptions.
\n\nThis means that owning or driving a vehicle in Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad or Faridabad does not automatically make it eligible to enter Delhi. Commuters from these cities using vehicles below the BS-VI standard will have to make alternative travel arrangements if they need to enter the capital.
\n\nA valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) is another important requirement. Vehicles without a valid PUCC…
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