Delhi Govt Air Pollution Action Plan 2026: 62 Traffic Hotspots to be Removed and New Vehicle Entry Rules from Nov 1

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has unveiled the Air Pollution Mitigation Action Plan 2026 to improve air quality and reduce traffic congestion in the city. The government has identified 62 major traffic hotspots for elimination to cut down on commute times and idling emissions. This comprehensive strategy, prepared under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, includes strict enforcement of transport rules and the expansion of green infrastructure across the national capital.

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New Rules for Vehicles and Transport Entry

The plan introduces several measures that will directly affect daily commuters and commercial transporters. Starting November 1, only goods vehicles that are BS-VI compliant or run on CNG and electricity will be allowed to enter Delhi. The government is also implementing a strict No PUC, No Fuel policy, which will be monitored through Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras and digital tracking systems. To support the shift to cleaner energy, 32,000 electric vehicle charging points will be installed over the next four years.

• Public bus fleet will be expanded to 13,760 by 2028-29.
• Staggered office timings and work-from-home may be implemented during severe pollution.
• Proposed EV Policy 2026 will focus on two-wheelers and commercial fleets.
• Improved last-mile connectivity through better Metro and RRTS integration.

Timeline for Landfills and Pollution Control

Specific deadlines have been set to clear legacy waste from the city major landfill sites to reduce environmental hazards. Industrial units are now mandated to install online emission monitoring systems, with non-compliant units facing immediate closure and punitive action. Additionally, the government will deploy ward-level Vayu Rakshak teams and establish a Green War Room to monitor air quality in real-time under the supervision of Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma.