Delhi proposes 2.5 lakh e-rickshaw cap, scrapping of unregistered vehicles

New Delhi, Oct 19 (UNI) Delhi's Transport Department has proposed capping the capital's e-rickshaw fleet at 2.5 lakh, introducing mandatory compliance certificates and impounding and scrapping unregistered vehicles found operating after the scheme is notified. The draft Delhi E-Rickshaw (Registration and Operation) Scheme, 2026, has been released for public consultation through an October 18 circular, inviting comments from stakeholders and the public within 30 days of publication. The proposals are not yet in force. The scheme would take effect upon publication in the Official Gazette and initially remain valid for five years, unless modified, extended or withdrawn earlier. Under the…