Delhi: You can claim road tax rebate if you scrap old vehicle

In a step towards controlling air pollution by phasing out old vehicles, the Delhi government has decided to give a rebate on road tax to those who purchase new vehicles after scrapping old ones. The government has given an in-principle nod and forwarded the proposal to the Lieutenant Governor for final approval, said officials.

According to officials, the policy is aimed at promoting scrappage and replacing old polluting vehicles with new ones with upgraded fuel standards.

The government has decided to offer a maximum concession of 25% on road tax for non-transport vehicles, vehicles meant for personal use, and 15% for transport vehicles (public service vehicles) on production of the certificate of scrapping.