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Delhi Government Proposes 2.5 Lakh Cap on E-Rickshaws to Curb Congestion
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News18•18-10-2026, 13:15
Delhi Government Proposes 2.5 Lakh Cap on E-Rickshaws to Curb Congestion
- •The Delhi government released a draft scheme proposing a strict city-wide limit of 2,50,000 e-rickshaws to address traffic congestion, road safety, and pollution.
- •The draft Delhi E-Rickshaw Scheme 2026 is open for public feedback and suggestions for a period of 30 days before finalization.
- •Every e-rickshaw must be registered as a transport vehicle and obtain a digital E-Rickshaw Compliance Certificate valid for two years.
- •Individual owners who are Delhi residents can own a maximum of five e-rickshaws, while corporate entities, firms, and NGOs can own up to 100.
- •All drivers must possess a valid e-rickshaw driving license and a public service vehicle badge, with each driver linked to only one compliance certificate.
Key Questions Answered
The Delhi government has proposed capping the total number of e-rickshaws in the national capital at 2.5 lakh under the draft Delhi E-Rickshaw (Registration and Operation) Scheme, 2026.
An e-rickshaw is defined as a battery-operated three-wheeler with a seating capacity of up to four passengers excluding the driver, 40 kg luggage capacity, a net power output not exceeding 2,000 watts, and a maximum speed of 25 kmph.
Individual owners who are residents of Delhi are permitted to own a limit of five e-rickshaws, whereas companies, firms, NGOs, cooperative societies, and driving schools can own up to 100 e-rickshaws.
