The Delhi Transport Department’s Scrapping Cell has issued an order to halt scrapping of confiscated old vehicles (vehicles that have completed their lifespan) until November 29. The decision aims to address pending applications by owners seeking to reclaim their vehicles for transfer to other states.
Key Updates
- Reason for Halt:
- Large numbers of vehicle owners have applied to retrieve their seized vehicles.
- Pending applications are delaying the scrapping process.
- Confiscated Vehicles:
- Over 3,000 vehicles were seized in the last month.
- 485 owners applied to reclaim their vehicles, but only 100 applications have been resolved.
- LG’s Directive on Vintage Vehicles:
- Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) V.K. Saxena has instructed authorities not to seize or scrap vintage vehicles.
- Municipal bodies, NDMC, and the Transport Department were asked to avoid action against vintage vehicles.
- This decision follows a request by the Heritage Motoring Club of India.
- Restrictions on Vehicle Use:
- Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years are prohibited in Delhi-NCR to combat pollution.
Summary Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Scrapping Halt Date | Till November 29, 2024. |
| Seized Vehicles (Last Month) | Over 3,000 vehicles. |
| Applications for Release | 485 applications (100 resolved so far). |
| Vintage Vehicles | Protected from seizure or scrapping. |
| Diesel Vehicle Ban | Vehicles older than 10 years. |
| Petrol Vehicle Ban | Vehicles older than 15 years. |
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