Delhi extends pollution restrictions as vehicle ban eases for disabled commuters

Delhi's pollution levels remain high, prompting the continuation of Stage 4 restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). These rules, in effect since November 8, aim to reduce vehicle emissions. The ban on BS3 petrol and BS4 diesel vehicles has been lifted for disabled commuters. This change follows a Supreme Court directive to the Commission for Air Quality Management to consider relaxing some restrictions. Most drivers of these older vehicles still face the ban, with fines of Rs 20,000 for violations. Vehicles over 15 years old (petrol) or 10 years old (diesel) are being seized, and fines of Rs 10,000 apply for cars without a valid pollution certificate.