Delhi has taken another major step towards cleaner transportation. Under the newly approved Delhi Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy, registration of new petrol and CNG two-wheelers will stop from 1 April 2028. The policy is designed to reduce vehicular emissions, improve air quality, and accelerate electric vehicle adoption across the National Capital Territory.
However, this announcement has also created confusion among vehicle owners.
Many people are asking:
This guide answers every important question.
The Delhi Government has approved a new EV Policy that aims to increase electric mobility and reduce pollution.
Some important provisions include:
No.
This is one of the biggest misconceptions.
The current policy affects new registrations, not existing vehicles.
If you already own a petrol scooter or motorcycle, you can continue using it as long as it complies with existing vehicle age and fitness regulations. The policy does not prohibit the use of already-registered petrol two-wheelers.
As of now, the announced provision specifically targets new petrol and CNG two-wheelers from April 2028.
Petrol cars are not included in this specific registration ban under the current policy, although Delhi continues to enforce existing rules regarding older vehicles, including restrictions affecting 15-year-old petrol vehicles and 10-year-old diesel vehicles.
Delhi remains one of the world's most polluted cities.
According to government estimates:
The EV policy aims to:
As Delhi moves towards electric mobility, many vehicle owners may eventually decide to replace older petrol vehicles.
Rather than abandoning an old vehicle or selling it informally, legal vehicle scrapping offers several benefits:
If your vehicle has reached the end of its useful life or you plan to upgrade to a newer or electric model, Carbasket offers a simple and legal vehicle scrapping process.
✔ Free Vehicle Pickup
✔ Instant Scrap Valuation
✔ Spot Payment
✔ Certificate of Vehicle Deposit
✔ Vehicle Scrapping Certificate
✔ Vehicle Dismantling Video
✔ PAN India Vehicle Scrapping Support
✔ Environmentally Responsible Recycling
Whether you own:
Carbasket assists with the legal scrapping process through its partner network.
Old vehicles emit significantly more pollutants.
Proper recycling reduces waste and pollution.
Instead of leaving an unused vehicle parked, owners receive value from recyclable materials.
Unused vehicles occupy valuable parking space.
Hazardous materials such as:
are disposed of responsibly.
Carbasket provides essential documentation related to the scrapping process, helping owners maintain proper records.
A modern scrapping process generally includes:
Nearly 85–90% of a vehicle's materials can be recovered and recycled, reducing the need for new raw materials and supporting a circular economy.
Electric vehicles offer benefits such as:
The right choice depends on your budget, driving needs, and charging availability.
All petrol vehicles will be banned in 2028.
Fact:
The current policy concerns new registrations of petrol and CNG two-wheelers, not an outright ban on existing vehicles.
Existing petrol bikes must be scrapped immediately.
Fact:
No. Existing vehicles can continue to operate subject to applicable regulations.
Only electric vehicles will be allowed overnight.
Fact:
The transition is phased over several years.
Vehicle recycling helps:
Delhi's decision to stop new petrol and CNG two-wheeler registrations from April 2028 marks a major milestone in the city's transition toward cleaner transportation. It is important to note that this policy affects new registrations and does not automatically prohibit existing petrol vehicles.
For owners of ageing vehicles, legal scrapping is an environmentally responsible option when the time comes to retire a vehicle. Carbasket supports vehicle owners with transparent valuation, free pickup, and documentation to make the scrapping process simple and compliant.
No. The policy currently stops new registrations of petrol and CNG two-wheelers from April 1, 2028. Existing registered vehicles are not automatically banned.
Yes, provided it complies with applicable vehicle-age and regulatory requirements.
No. The announced registration restriction specifically applies to new petrol and CNG two-wheelers.
To reduce air pollution, lower emissions, and encourage sustainable transportation.
It is the environmentally responsible dismantling and recycling of an end-of-life vehicle through authorized processes.
Yes. Carbasket offers free pickup for eligible vehicles.
Typically:
Yes. Commercial, fleet, company, government, taxi, and private vehicles can be processed through Carbasket's services.
Steel, aluminium, copper, plastic, rubber, glass, batteries, and other recyclable components.
Legal scrapping promotes environmental protection, responsible recycling, proper documentation, and helps prevent misuse of vehicle parts.
