Following a directive from the Central Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), a strict fuel mandate will be enforced for e-commerce and aggregator companies starting January 1, 2026. From this date onward, only electric and CNG-powered vehicles belonging to these entities will be permitted on the roads.
Scope Of The Mandate
ARTO Rajesh Kardam clarified the scope of this regulation, stating that it applies to "aggregators"—companies that provide online services.
Affected Companies: The rule specifically targets major service providers, including Ola, Uber, and Rapido.
Affected Vehicles: The restriction applies to 3.5-tonne, four-wheeled light commercial and light goods vehicles operated by these companies.
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Compliance And Implementation
Authorities have begun taking steps to ensure a smooth transition before the deadline.
Official Instructions: Deputy Transport Commissioner Harishankar Singh has held discussions with the relevant companies. Instructions have been issued requiring them to convert their existing fleets to CNG and electric power in due course.
Local Impact (Meerut): It was noted that in Meerut, a large number of petrol-powered motorbikes are currently being operated by the company Rapido. These vehicles will be subject to the transition requirements.
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