AAP slams Delhi's fuel ban rule, calls it ‘Tughlaqi farman' to benefit automakers
The term 'Tughlaqi farmaan" is a reference to arbitrary and unpopular decrees of 14th-century ruler Muhammad bin Tughlaq. Atishi questioned the rationale behind the order, while alleging that it lacks any proven connection to effective pollution control.'The common people of Delhi use two-wheelers to commute to offices. What will they do now? Secondly, many senior citizens in Delhi use second-hand two-wheelers for local use. What will they do now? Will those senior citizens walk to the markets?" she added.Atishi also alleged that the decision is completely illogical and has no scientific backing. She also added that pollution is not caused by the age of a vehicle, but by how well it is maintained.advertisementDuring the press conference, she cited data suggesting that over 62 lakh vehicles could be impacted by the ban, leading to massive disruption for middle-class and working-class Delhiites.'The BJP doesn't care for Delhi's voters. They only care about the profits of vehicle manufacturers. This move will only benefit the automobile industry and put lakhs of families under financial pressure,' Atishi alleged.The Delhi Government is yet to respond formally to AAP's criticism.The order, which came into effect from July 1 onwards, states that vehicles that have exceeded their legal operational life, diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles older than 15, will no longer be allowed to get refuelled at petrol pumps in Delhi. - EndsTrending Reel
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