What vehicles are classified as end-of-life vehicles in Delhi?

Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years are classified as end-of-life vehicles in Delhi.

What action will Delhi take against end-of-life vehicles?

End-of-life vehicles found plying or parked in public places in Delhi will be seized and scrapped.

Where are seized vehicles scrapped in Delhi?

Seized vehicles in Delhi are sent to an authorised scrapping unit, the Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) in Southeast Delhi.

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Delhi Cracks Down: Old Cars Seized and Scrapped

15 Feb

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Summary

Delhi to seize and scrap all end-of-life vehicles in public areas.
Diesel vehicles over 10 years and petrol over 15 years are targeted.
Delhi now has an authorised scrapping facility for seized vehicles.

Delhi Cracks Down: Old Cars Seized and Scrapped

In a significant move to curb air pollution, Delhi's Transport department has announced an intensified enforcement drive against end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). Vehicles classified as ELVs—diesel models over 10 years old and petrol models over 15 years old—will now be seized and scrapped if found plying or parked in public areas. This action aligns with directives from the National Green Tribunal and the Supreme Court.

Previously, enforcement focused on impounding vehicles in motion. However, recent Supreme Court modifications have empowered authorities to act against parked ELVs as well. Since October 1, 2025, enforcement agencies have impounded 7,789 vehicles under stringent anti-pollution guidelines.