Delhi BS-4 ban halts Haldwani Janrath service as Kathgodam withdraws another bus from route

Haldwani’s air-conditioned Janrath bus service to Delhi will stop operating from Sunday after Delhi restricted the entry of BS-4 and older diesel vehicles. The suspension will continue until further orders and is expected to affect passengers travelling from Kumaon to the national capital.

The restriction has also affected services run by the Haldwani and Kathgodam depots of the Uttarakhand transport corporation. The Janrath bus falls under the BS-4 emission standard, making it ineligible to enter Delhi under the current rules linked to efforts to control air pollution and strict GRAP measures.

More buses withdrawn from Delhi route

A regular bus on the route had already been withdrawn. Kathgodam depot will now stop another bus because of the same restriction. The route has already lost 5 buses because of administrative reasons and older emission standards, further reducing the available transport service between the region and Delhi.

The department is also facing a shortage of new buses. With another Janrath service and a Kathgodam bus being removed, passengers may have fewer public transport options for Delhi journeys until the restriction is changed or suitable alternatives are arranged.

Officials confirm suspension

Haldwani depot assistant regional manager Sanjay Pandey and Kathgodam depot assistant regional manager Ganesh Pant confirmed that BS-4 buses are being stopped in compliance with the rules. The officials said options were being considered to reduce inconvenience for passengers.

Until another arrangement is announced, people travelling to Delhi may need to use private vehicles or other approved modes of transport. The available information does not specify when the affected bus services will resume.

Conclusion

Delhi’s BS-4 entry restriction has suspended Haldwani’s Janrath service and another Kathgodam bus, while transport officials consider ways to reduce the impact on passengers until further orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Which Haldwani bus service is being stopped?

The Haldwani depot’s air-conditioned Janrath service to Delhi is being stopped.

Q. When will the Janrath service stop?

The service will stop from Sunday and remain suspended until further orders.

Q. Why has the service been suspended?

The bus meets the BS-4 emission standard, while Delhi has restricted the entry of BS-4 and older diesel vehicles.

Q. Will Kathgodam depot also be affected?

Yes. Kathgodam depot will stop another bus operating on the Delhi route.

Q. How many buses had already stopped on the route?

5 buses had already stopped because of administrative reasons and older emission standards.

Q. What alternatives are being considered for passengers?

Officials are considering options to reduce inconvenience. Passengers may need to use private vehicles or other approved transport modes until arrangements change.