While most of the country is still adhering to BS-III norms, the government seems to be getting set to crack the whip early and bring in the BS-VI norms by jumping over the BS-V step on the emission guidelines ladder. This does come as a surprise but if implemented, will be a major factor in reducing the ever-increasing city air pollution issues.
India to Skip BSV Emission Norms; to Directly Jump to BSVI in 2020: Confirmed
Government has officially confirmed that India will be jumping from BSIV to BSVI emission norms from April 1, 2020. This decision was taken in a meeting chaired by Mr Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways and Shipping. Also present were Mr Anant Geete, Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, Mr Prakash Javadekar, Minister … Read more