šØ Delhi to Ban Petrol & CNG Bikes, Autos by 2026! šæš²šØ
- MediaFx

- Apr 10, 2025
- 2 min read
TL;DR:Ā Delhi government plans to ban petrol, diesel, and CNG two-wheelers and autos by August 15, 2026, under the Draft EV Policy 2.0 to combat pollution and promote electric vehicles.

Hey peeps! Big news from Dilli! š° The Delhi Sarkar is gearing up to kick out petrol, diesel, and CNG two-wheelers and autos by August 15, 2026.Ā š²ā
Why this move? š¤
Delhi's air quality is like a horror story.Ā š· To tackle this, the government is pushing for more electric vehicles (EVs).Ā The Draft EV Policy 2.0 aims to make Dilli's air breathable again.Ā š¬ļøā
What's the plan? šµā”ļøš
No more fuel guzzlers:Ā Ban on petrol, diesel, and CNG two-wheelers and autos.Ā ā
Phase-out CNG autos:Ā Gradually remove CNG-run auto-rickshaws from the roads.
Boost EV infra:Ā Set up more charging stations and offer incentives for EV buyers.ā
What's in it for you? š
Switching to EVs means:ā
Cleaner air:Ā Say bye-bye to smog.Ā šā
Savings:Ā Lower running costs compared to petrol/diesel vehicles.Ā šøā
Perks:Ā Govt incentives and maybe free parking for EVs.Ā š æļøā
Challenges ahead š§
Costly EVs:Ā Initial price is high, but think long-term savings.ā
Charging woes:Ā Need more charging points to avoid range anxiety.ā
Awareness:Ā People gotta know the benefits of EVs.ā
MediaFx Opinion š§
While this move is eco-friendly, it's crucial to ensure that the transition doesn't burden the working class.Ā Affordable EV options and accessible charging infrastructure are a must.Ā The government should also consider subsidies or financial aid for low-income groups to make this shift smoother.Ā After all, clean air is a right for everyone, not just the privileged.Ā āā
What do you think about this bold move by the Delhi government? Will it pave the way for a greener future or pose challenges for daily commuters?Ā Drop your thoughts in the comments below! ššØļøā













































