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Automobile
Noida Enforces GRAP-III Ban on BS-III and BS-IV Vehicles
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 10:44 AM
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Noida has implemented the GRAP-III scheme, banning the circulation of BS-III and BS-IV category vehicles across the NCR to curb rising pollution levels.
Noida authorities have rolled out the GRAP-III (Greater Region Air Pollution) scheme, which prohibits the use of BS-III and BS-IV vehicles within the Delhi-NCR region.
The ban, aimed at reducing air pollution, came into effect after a review of air quality data that showed a sharp rise in particulate matter across the metropolitan area.
Under the new rules, all private and commercial vehicles that meet BS-III or BS-IV emission standards are barred from entering Noida and surrounding districts. Enforcement will be carried out by traffic police and environmental monitoring units.
Transport operators and commuters are advised to switch to BS-VI compliant vehicles or use public transport to avoid penalties. The ban is part of a broader effort to meet national air quality targets and improve public health.
Officials have stated that the measure will be reviewed periodically, with the possibility of easing restrictions if pollution levels fall.
The ban, aimed at reducing air pollution, came into effect after a review of air quality data that showed a sharp rise in particulate matter across the metropolitan area.
Under the new rules, all private and commercial vehicles that meet BS-III or BS-IV emission standards are barred from entering Noida and surrounding districts. Enforcement will be carried out by traffic police and environmental monitoring units.
Transport operators and commuters are advised to switch to BS-VI compliant vehicles or use public transport to avoid penalties. The ban is part of a broader effort to meet national air quality targets and improve public health.
Officials have stated that the measure will be reviewed periodically, with the possibility of easing restrictions if pollution levels fall.