For years, thousands of Delhiites watched their old vehicles gather dust—parked, deregistered, and stuck in limbo. The one-year deadline for applying for a No Objection Certificate (NOC) had quietly turned into a roadblock, trapping diesel vehicles over 10 years and petrol ones over 15 in bureaucratic gridlock.
But now, that roadblock has been lifted.
In a landmark move, the Delhi Government has scrapped the one-year limit on NOC applications for deregistered vehicles. This means lakhs of citizens can finally move their old vehicles out of Delhi, re-register them in other states, and reclaim both space and peace of mind.
“This isn’t just a policy tweak—it’s a people-first correction,” said Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, Delhi’s Transport Minister. “We’re giving citizens the freedom to act responsibly, reduce congestion, and contribute to cleaner air.”
The decision comes after widespread public appeals and internal reviews, and aligns with Delhi’s broader mission to reduce pollution and promote sustainable mobility. It also complements the national vehicle scrapping policy, offering a structured exit route for aging vehicles.
For families holding onto old cars for sentimental or financial reasons, this change is more than administrative—it’s personal. It’s a second chance to do the right thing, without penalty or pressure.
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