Friday, January 8, 2016

Odd-even number scheme: Delhi government to provide full proof plan on driving rule by Dec 25

Delhi Transport Minister Gopal Rai has announced that State Govt will come out with a “full proof plan” for Odd-even number scheme before December 25.
  • The measure has been suggested by the AAP dispensation with an aim to curb air pollution in Delhi.
  • The scheme is to be implemented from January 1.
The city government is also planning to strengthen the public transport system by introducing more buses and increasing the frequency of Metro trains to accommodate the rush of commuters.
What is odd-even number scheme?
It allows vehicles with number plates ending with an odd number to be driven on one day while those ending with an even number can be plied the alternate day.
  • Odd-numbered cars will be allowed to ply on Monday, Wednesday and Friday while even-numbered vehicles will run on the other days – Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
  • Emergency services like ambulances and public transport will not be under the ambit of the restriction.

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