Govt proposes BS-VII emission norms from April 2029; adds brake, tyre, battery-durability rules
The government has proposed introducing Bharat Stage VII (BS-VII) emission standards for passenger vehicles from April 1, 2029, tightening pollution controls through new limits on exhaust emissions, real-world driving tests and battery durability requirements. According to a draft notification issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, the new rules would apply to category…