India, Nov. 2 -- As Delhi's winter pollution-control measures became effective on Sunday, authorities tightened checks at the city's borders to restrict the entry of vehicles below BS-VI from neighbouring states. Delhi Traffic Police personnel stationed at key entry points told HT that enforcement will be intensified on Monday as people will return to work.

To curb air pollution, the Delhi government has imposed several restrictions, including a ban on non-Delhi-registered vehicles below BS-VI emission standards from November 1, 2026, to January 31, 2027, and a directive prohibiting fuel stations from dispensing fuel to vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC).

During a spot check by HT at three border points ...