India, Aug. 14 -- Delhi's Master Plan 2047 has proposed introducing congestion pricing in identified parts of the city, allowing authorities to levy charges on private vehicles entering areas with high traffic volumes and vehicular pressure. The proposal, which places road pricing alongside parking management as a tool to regulate private vehicle use, is part of the transport strategy outlined in the long-term planning document.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) approved MPD-2047 on August 12, paving the way for the plan to be sent to the Union housing and urban affairs ministry for final approval and notification. It is the first time a Delhi Master Plan has proposed congestion pricing; a review of MPD-2021 and MPD-2001 shows planne...