Delhi High Court Exempts Advocates From Pre BS VI Vehicle Travel Restrictions

The Delhi High Court has granted a major reprieve to advocates and judicial staff from strict vehicle restrictions imposed over rising pollution concerns. Justice Amit Mahajan noted that the physical presence of legal representatives is vital for the smooth functioning of courts. The court observed that authorities failed to provide substantiated evidence connecting vehicle emissions to air quality issues since October. The Delhi High Court Bar Association had filed a petition seeking exemptions for lawyers residing in the National Capital Region. Under the new order, cars holding valid bar association parking stickers are permitted to travel during court working days until January 31, 2027. Drivers must produce a valid identity card upon request to benefit from this exemption.