<h2><strong>About &lsquo;Odd-Even&rsquo; Vehicle Rationing Scheme:</strong></h2>

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	<li>&lsquo;Odd-even&rsquo; was first introduced in 2016 by the AAP government to control vehicular pollution and bring down increasing particulate matter levels.</li>
	<li>Under it, private vehicles with registration plates ending in odd numbers could ply on odd dates, and even numbers on even dates.</li>
	<li>Studies and research done on its impact in Delhi suggest positive results &mdash; from reduction in congestion to a slight drop in pollution levels and consequent improvement in air quality.</li>
	<li>According to a study done by Delhi Technological University (DTU) published in 2016, when the scheme was implemented for a roughly two-week period, concentration of PM 2.5 and PM 1 saw a drop.</li>
	<li>Studies have also shown that on an average, there was a reduction in PM 2.5 of 5.73 per cent and 4.70 per cent in PM 1 levels.&nbsp;</li>
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<p><strong>Source :&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/odd-even-vehicle-rationing-scheme-history-efficacy-expert-views-8252090/" target="_blank">Indian Express</a></p>

‘Odd-Even’ Vehicle Rationing Scheme

Overview:

After implementing a series of anti-pollution measures to control the plummeting air quality index (AQI) in Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party government is also considering bringing back the ‘odd-even’ vehicle rationing scheme.

About ‘Odd-Even’ Vehicle Rationing Scheme:

‘Odd-Even’ Vehicle Rationing Scheme

Overview:

After implementing a series of anti-pollution measures to control the plummeting air quality index (AQI) in Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party government is also considering bringing back the ‘odd-even’ vehicle rationing scheme.

About ‘Odd-Even’ Vehicle Rationing Scheme:

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