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Delhi borders witness gridlock as pollution control measures take effect
Significant traffic congestion has been reported at major entry points into the National Capital Region as authorities intensify vehicle checks to combat worsening air quality. The enforcement operations have particularly impacted movement along key corridors connecting Delhi with neighboring Gurugram and Noida.
LSN India ·
Long queues of vehicles formed at multiple border crossings on Wednesday as traffic and enforcement personnel stepped up inspections under the city's air quality management protocols. The congestion was most pronounced at the Delhi-Gurugram and Delhi-Noida borders, where authorities were conducting systematic checks on incoming vehicles to verify compliance with pollution norms.
The increased scrutiny is part of stringent measures implemented as the National Capital Region grapples with deteriorating air quality during the winter months. Vehicles not meeting emission standards or lacking proper documentation were subject to additional screening, leading to bottlenecks during peak traffic hours.
Commuters reported significant delays in their journeys, with some vehicles waiting extended periods at checkpoints. Traffic police coordinated with enforcement agencies to manage the flow while maintaining the inspection protocols designed to restrict the entry of polluting vehicles into Delhi.
The border operations are expected to continue as part of the broader anti-pollution strategy aimed at improving air quality in the region. Authorities have advised commuters to plan their travel accordingly and carry necessary vehicle documentation to expedite the verification process at entry points.