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NCR Pollution: Diesel autorickshaws have now been completely banned in Noida and Ghaziabad, following the Uttar Pradesh government’s decision to enforce a phased prohibition on such vehicles across the UP region of the National Capital Region (NCR). Officials said the move is part of a larger effort to curb rising vehicular emissions and improve deteriorating air quality.

The state government has rolled out a comprehensive action plan to tackle pollution in NCR districts. Road dust has been identified as one of the biggest contributors to pollution and authorities will prioritise road redevelopment, enhanced dust suppression systems and extensive cleanliness drives across affected urban areas.

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According to the official statement, diesel autorickshaws are already banned in Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad. The Meerut Regional Transport Authority has also stopped issuing and renewing permits for these vehicles. The state’s phased programme will cover more districts in the coming year.

Upcoming Phase-Out Deadlines

- Complete ban in Baghpat: After December 31, 2025

-Diesel autorickshaws to be phased out by December 31, 2025 in:

  • Meerut
  • Hapur
  • Bulandshahr
  • Muzaffarnagar
  • Shamli

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To ensure smooth execution, the principal secretary of the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department has been appointed as the nodal officer. A project monitoring unit has also been set up at the state level under the environment department, with senior officials from the Urban Development, Housing, Industrial Infrastructure and Public Works departments involved.

Local bodies in Noida and Greater Noida have begun using anti-smog guns, road sprinklers and mechanical sweepers to reduce dust levels. Officials said these measures are expected to help improve air quality and provide relief to millions of residents in the region.

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