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MCD hikes Environment Compensation Charges for commercial vehicles by up to 53% (effective April 19, 2026)
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has issued formal orders to raise Environment Compensation Charges (ECC) for heavy and light commercial vehicles, citing a Supreme Court order. The hike is effective from April 19, 2026, increasing ECC for light vehicles and two-axle trucks from ₹1,400 to ₹2,000, and for three-axle or higher vehicles from ₹2,600 to ₹4,000.
Why It Matters
The policy aims to deter polluting vehicles from entering Delhi and to reduce pollution, potentially increasing transportation costs for businesses relying on commercial vehicles.
Timeline
3 Events
News report on ECC hike published
April 20, 2026
A news article is published reporting that the MCD has hiked ECC by up to 53% with the changes taking effect from April 19, 2026.
ECC rates increased for light and multi-axle commercial vehicles
April 19, 2026
ECC for light commercial vehicles and two-axle trucks rises from ₹1,400 to ₹2,000, while ECC for three-axle trucks and vehicles with four or more axles rises from ₹2,600 to ₹4,000.
MCD issues formal orders mandating ECC hike following Supreme Court order
April 19, 2026
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi issues formal orders mandating an increase in Environment Compensation Charges (ECC) for heavy and light commercial vehicles, citing a Supreme Court order as basis for the measure.