Saying "no logic" NGT turns down Delhi govt plea on odd-even exemptions
The NGT on Tuesday turned down the Delhi government's plea to exempt women drivers and two-wheelers from the odd-even vehicle rationing scheme. The order was passed on the Delhi government's plea filed on Monday, after the green court ruled that there would be no exemptions except for emergency vehicles. Rapping the Delhi government for its plea, the tribunal asked why should exemption be given to two-wheelers when they are a major cause of pollution ."On what basis are you asking exemption for two-wheelers," NGT Chairperson Justice Swatanter Kumar said. The NGT asked the Delhi govt to identify most polluted areas today and sprinkle water. It also orders taking off 10-yr old diesel vehicles off the road. The NGT also allows non-polluting industries and those manufacturing essential goods to operate in Delhi-NCR. -PTC News
