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2.2 Lakh End‑of‑Life Vehicles Still Roaming Haryana’s NCR Roads
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 04:48 PM
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A recent report reveals that 220,000 end‑of‑life vehicles remain on the roads of Haryana’s National Capital Region, posing environmental and safety concerns.
A recent study by The Times of India has highlighted that approximately 220,000 end‑of‑life vehicles are still circulating in the National Capital Region of Haryana. These vehicles, which have reached the end of their operational life, are not yet removed or recycled.
End‑of‑life vehicles contain hazardous materials such as lead, mercury and oil, and their improper disposal can contaminate soil and water, while their worn-out components pose a safety risk to road users.
Haryana’s government has issued guidelines for the removal and recycling of such vehicles, but enforcement appears to be weak. Local authorities have been urged to intensify inspections and accelerate the scrapping process.
The continued presence of these vehicles not only threatens public health but also hampers traffic flow in the densely populated NCR. Stakeholders are calling for stricter penalties and a nationwide scheme to ensure timely disposal of end‑of‑life vehicles.
End‑of‑life vehicles contain hazardous materials such as lead, mercury and oil, and their improper disposal can contaminate soil and water, while their worn-out components pose a safety risk to road users.
Haryana’s government has issued guidelines for the removal and recycling of such vehicles, but enforcement appears to be weak. Local authorities have been urged to intensify inspections and accelerate the scrapping process.
The continued presence of these vehicles not only threatens public health but also hampers traffic flow in the densely populated NCR. Stakeholders are calling for stricter penalties and a nationwide scheme to ensure timely disposal of end‑of‑life vehicles.