The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways announced on 26 October 2026 that it is organising a Transport Mela in North Delhi on 28 October 2026. The event aims to help owners of old trucks and buses under the PARIVARTAN Scheme get guidance on scrapping vehicles and financing cleaner replacements. Participants can access incentives such as a minimum 8% OEM discount, 5% interest subvention on loans, and a 10-year road tax concession. The Mela will be held at the Vehicle Inspection Unit near the DTO in Burari from 9:30 AM onwards.
Key points
- Event Date: 28 October 2026, 9:30 AM onwards at Vehicle Inspection Unit, Burari, North Delhi
- Incentives: Minimum 8% OEM discount and 5% interest subvention on vehicle loans
- Tax Benefit: 100% road tax concession for 10 years
- Other Benefits: Registration fee waivers, monthly fuel vouchers, and one-time EV benefits
- Reach: Approximately 40,000 beneficiaries have registered on the PARIVARTAN portal to date
When it applies
- Transport Mela
Who it affects
- old truck and bus owners