The Delhi Transport Department issued a public notice on February 14, 2026, regarding a major enforcement drive against overaged vehicles. Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years are now strictly prohibited from being driven or parked in any public space within the national capital. These vehicles will be seized and sent for scrapping immediately without any prior warning or notice to the owner. This move is intended to strictly implement air pollution standards in Delhi.
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What defines an End-of-Life Vehicle and where do they go?
The authorities have officially categorized 10-year-old diesel and 15-year-old petrol cars as End-of-Life Vehicles (ELV). According to the department, these vehicles are no longer allowed to occupy public roads or parking spots. The department has authorized EZWaste Recycling Private Limited, located at Mohan Cooperative Industrial Estate on Mathura Road, to handle the scrapping of seized vehicles. This action follows the directives issued by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) and the Supreme Court to curb rising pollution levels.
What are the penalties and options for vehicle owners?
Vehicle owners can still choose to move their vehicles out of Delhi to save them from being scrapped. The department has recently relaxed the rules for obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to make this process easier for the public. Here are the important details regarding fines and legal options:
- NOC Application: Owners are advised to get an NOC and transfer their vehicles to regions outside the Delhi-NCR area.
- No Time Limit: There is no longer a specific deadline to apply for an NOC after the vehicle registration has expired.
- First-Time Fine: Four-wheelers seized for the first time can be released after paying a fine of 10,000 rupees along with towing charges.
- Two-Wheeler Penalty: A fine of 5,000 rupees is applicable for the first seizure of an overaged two-wheeler.
- Strict Action: If a vehicle is seized for the second time, it will be sent for scrapping without any provision for release.
