In a major push towards cleaner mobility the Delhi government has proposed a complete ban on petrol diesel and CNG-powered two-wheelers in the city starting August 15 2026. The move is part of the draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0 which seeks to accelerate the Capital’s transition to electric vehicles in a bid to combat rising air pollution. The policy set to come into effect from April 15 is currently awaiting approval from the Delhi Cabinet. Car buyers aren’t completely spared either. Under the new rules if you already own two vehicles you won’t be allowed to buy a third unless it’s electric. This rule will apply as soon as the policy is officially rolled out. Delhi plays a significant role in India’s vehicle market. In the financial year 2024-25 the city made up 3 per cent of the total 26.2 million vehicles sold across the country. Of this Delhi accounted for 2 per cent of two-wheeler sales 0.7 million three-wheelers and 5 per cent of passenger car sales. When it comes to electric vehicle adoption 12 per cent of all vehicles registered in the Capital were EVs. Among different vehicle types electric three-wheelers led the way with 53 per cent of new registrations while electric two-wheelers and cars are still catching up making up just 6 per cent and 4 per cent respectively.