Delhi Odd-Even: Dates, Restriction Timings, Exemptions & Fine. Here's all you should Know

In an effort to tackle the escalating pollution, the Delhi government has decided to implement the 'odd-even' scheme from next week. This scheme, similar to previous years, allows vehicles with odd-numbered registrations to ply on odd dates, and vehicles with even-numbered registrations on even dates.

Here are the dates, timings, and exemptions for the odd-even scheme in Delhi for 2023:
Odd Even dates:
The Odd-Even scheme will be in effect for a week, from November 13 to November 20. If there is no improvement in Delhi's AQI during this period, the scheme may be extended.


Odd- Even Timings:
Vehicles with odd-numbered registrations can travel between 8 am to 8 pm on odd dates, while vehicles with even-numbered registrations can travel during the same time window on even dates. Normal movement will be allowed outside of these hours.

To clarify, vehicles with registration numbers ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 are permitted on odd days, while vehicles with registration numbers ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, and 8 are permitted on even days.

Odd Even Exemptions:
Although the odd-even rule applies to all vehicles, women drivers are exempt from the scheme. Those carrying only women and children aged up to 12 years, electric vehicles, and vehicles occupied by individuals with disabilities will also be exempted. Two-wheelers will be exempted, too. Vehicles registration outside Delhi, will also have to comply with the odd-even mandate.

The President of India, Vice-President, Prime Minister, Delhi's Chief Minister, Lieutenant Governor, and Chief Justice of India will also be exempted from the odd-even requirements. Other exempted individuals include the Chairperson and members of the Lokpal, Union Public Service Commission Chairman, Chief Election Commissioner, Election Commissioners, and the Comptroller and Auditor General of India.

Odd Even Violation Fine:
Violators will face a fine of Rs 20,000.