Delhi to Ban Fuel Sales to Vehicles Over 15 Years Old Starting April 1

The BJP-led Delhi government announces sweeping measures to combat air pollution, including restrictions on older vehicles and mandatory anti-smog devices for buildings.

From April 1, vehicles older than 15 years will no longer be allowed to purchase fuel at Delhi petrol pumps, with special gadgets installed to enforce the rule.
High-rise buildings, hotels, commercial complexes, and construction sites will be required to install anti-smog guns to reduce localized pollution.
Nearly 90% of Delhi's public CNG buses are set to be replaced with electric buses by the end of 2025 as part of the city's transition to cleaner transport.
The government is exploring cloud seeding to induce artificial rain during periods of severe pollution to improve air quality.
The measures come after criticism of the previous administration's handling of pollution, with political parties trading blame over stubble burning and inter-state cooperation.