Delhi Congestion Tax: What You Need to Know
Proposed Implementation
The Delhi government is considering a congestion tax, with 13 key border points identified for a pilot phase. This follows a 2017 parliamentary committee recommendation for tolls in congested areas. A similar initiative was proposed in 2018 by Lt. Governor Anil Baijal, focusing on peak hours for vehicles entering crowded roads.
Previous Identifications
In earlier plans, Delhi had pinpointed 21 high-traffic areas, including the ITO intersections and Mehrauli-Gurgaon road, as potential congestion tax zones. Recently, Bengaluru has also been in discussions regarding a congestion tax due to its notorious traffic issues.
Global Context
Congestion taxes are not a novel concept; cities like London, Singapore, and Stockholm have successfully implemented such measures. These initiatives aim to alleviate traffic congestion and mitigate air pollution caused by excessive vehicular movement.
Future Prospects
While no specific timeline has been set for the introduction of the congestion charge in Delhi, the government is concurrently working on improving road conditions across the national capital.
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Summary at glance
Delhi Congestion Tax: What you need to know
Delhi plans to implement a congestion tax at 13 key border points to alleviate traffic, following past recommendations from a parliamentary committee. Similar proposals arose in 2018, targeting high-traffic areas. Other cities, like Bengaluru, are also considering congestion taxes for peak hours. Globally, cities such as London, Singapore, and Stockholm have successfully used similar measures to reduce traffic and pollution. No timeline for implementation has been announced yet.
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