- Delhi enforces vehicle restrictions from November 1 under GRAP.
- BS-VI, CNG, electric vehicles allowed; others face curbs.
- Use Metro, Namo Bharat, or alternative routes for travel.
With GRAP Stage 1 restrictions in place, Delhi is set to introduce additional pollution-control measures from November 1. The Delhi Traffic Police has issued fresh vehicle-entry guidelines under the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to curb pollution and improve air quality in the national capital.
Meanwhile, Delhi witnessed a chilly morning on Friday following overnight rainfall across several parts of the National Capital Region (NCR). The showers brought relief from pollution, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) improving to 111 at 7 am, placing it in the 'moderate' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
This marked a significant improvement from Thursday, when Delhi recorded an AQI of 229, with air quality remaining in the 'poor' category over the preceding two days.
From 1 November 2026, vehicle entry into Delhi will be restricted under the revised GRAP rules. ✅ Allowed: BS-VI, CNG, electric and exempted vehicles, subject to applicable rules. ⛔ Restrictions apply to: * Vehicles below BS-VI standards * Vehicles without a valid PUCC * Non-compliant interstate buses * Trucks not destined for Delhi (use peripheral expressways) * Tractors and jugaad vehicles, as applicable * Certain vehicles registered outside Delhi 📅 Check your vehicle’s eligibility before travelling and follow official traffic advisories. 📞 Traffic Helpline: 011-25844444 / 1095 #DTPUpdates #GRAP2026
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) October 29, 2026
However, motorists travelling to Delhi from neighbouring cities, including Gurugram, Noida and Ghaziabad, should take note of the revised entry rules. Certain vehicles will face restrictions, while non-essential trucks passing through the capital will have to use designated bypass routes.
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Which Vehicles Will Be Allowed to Enter Delhi?
According to the Traffic Police advisory, the following vehicles will be permitted to enter Delhi, subject to applicable emission standards and exemptions:
- BS-VI-compliant vehicles
- CNG-powered vehicles
- Electric vehicles (EVs)
- Other exempted essential vehicles
Which Vehicles Will Be Restricted?
The revised guidelines specify restrictions on the following categories:
- Non-BS-VI-compliant vehicles: Vehicles that fail to meet the prescribed emission standards will be barred from entering Delhi wherever the restrictions apply.
- Vehicles without a valid PUCC: Motorists must carry a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC).
- Non-compliant inter-state buses: Buses that fail to meet the prescribed eligibility requirements will not be permitted to enter the capital.
- Tractors and jugaad vehicles: Certain tractors, locally assembled 'jugaad' vehicles and other specified categories of vehicles registered outside Delhi will also face restrictions.
Which Routes Should Vehicles Passing Through Delhi Take?
Non-essential trucks and goods vehicles travelling through Delhi to reach destinations outside the capital will not be allowed to enter the city. They must instead use designated alternative routes, including the Eastern Peripheral Expressway (EPE) and Western Peripheral Expressway (WPE).
With stricter checks expected at Delhi's border entry points, commuters travelling from neighbouring NCR cities should plan their journeys accordingly.
From Gurugram: Motorists heading towards West or North Delhi or the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport can consider the Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), depending on their destination. The Narsinghpur interchange provides access to the Dwarka Expressway, offering an alternative to the congested NH-48 and Mahipalpur corridor.
From Noida and Ghaziabad: Commuters can consider the DND Flyway or Chilla Elevated Road, depending on their destination. However, they should allow additional travel time for traffic checks and possible congestion near border entry points.
However, choosing an alternative road does not exempt vehicles from the prescribed entry requirements.
What If Your Vehicle Is Not Allowed to Enter Delhi?
Commuters whose vehicles do not meet the eligibility criteria can consider switching to public transport rather than attempting to bypass border checkpoints.
1. Use Metro Parking Facilities
Motorists can park at designated facilities near Metro stations outside Delhi's restricted entry zones and continue their journey by Metro. Some options include:
- Gurugram: Millennium City Centre Metro Station.
- Noida: Botanical Garden or Noida Electronic City Metro stations.
- Ghaziabad: Major Mohit Sharma Rajendra Nagar Metro Station.
Parking availability and charges should be checked before travelling.
2. Take Namo Bharat Train
Commuters from Meerut, Modinagar and parts of Ghaziabad can use the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) to travel towards Delhi, avoiding the need to bring their vehicles into the capital.