The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has approved a proposed timeline for Bharat Stage 7 (BS-7) emission norms, with implementation set to begin in April 2029, according to The Economic Times. The proposed rules will be introduced in phases over six years, ending in April 2035, and are aligned with Europe’s Euro 7 standards.
BS7 emission norms: Proposed rollout timeline
The first phase will cover new passenger vehicles manufactured from April 2029. Light commercial vehicles and pick-up vans will follow in 2030, while heavy-duty trucks and buses are scheduled to come under the norms from April 2031. A separate timeline for two-wheelers is yet to be announced.
The proposed standards will apply to vehicles covered by the new manufacturing deadlines. Existing vehicles, including those compliant with BS-6, will not be affected by the transition, according to the report.
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