Draft notification for BS-V and BS-VI norms
- The Ministry of Road Transport & highways has issued a draft notification for implementation of BS-V and BS-VI norms for the automobile sector, covering the four wheeler category.
- The ministry has decided to advance the date for implementation of the higher level emission standards.
- As per the roadmap earlier laid down by the Auto Fuel Policy, BS –V norms were to implemented from 01.04.2022 and BS-VI from 01.04.2024.
- However the Minister of Road Transport & Highways is keen that the road transport sector should take a lead role in reducing the harmful effects of emissions on environment and climate change.
- Accordingly, the ministry has now decided to implement BS –V norms from 01.04.2019. BS-VI norms, which aim at substantial reduction in NOx/4C levels will be implemented from 01.04.2021.
- This reflects a firm commitment to play a major role in reducing vehicular emissions.
- Draft norms for two and three wheeler categories will be notified shortly with advanced timelines similar to the four wheeler category
