Delhi Proposes 2.5 Lakh Cap on E-Rickshaws Under New Draft Policy

The Delhi government has proposed capping the number of e-rickshaws in the capital at 2.5 lakh under a new draft scheme, citing concerns over congestion and the unregulated growth of the fleet.

What the draft scheme proposes

Under the proposed Delhi E-Rickshaw (Registration and Operation) Scheme, 2026, no e-rickshaw will be allowed to operate unless it is registered as a transport vehicle. The key proposals include:

• A 2.5 lakh cap on the total number of e-rickshaws in Delhi.
• Mandatory transport registration and compliance checks for operators.
• Stricter ownership and operation norms aimed at bringing the largely informal sector under a clear regulatory framework.

The context

E-rickshaws have become a cheap and popular last-mile transport option across Delhi, but their rapid, often unchecked growth has raised concerns about road congestion, safety, and enforcement. Other coverage of the draft rules has pointed to limits on passenger count and vehicle speed as part of the broader tightening.

The scheme is currently at the draft stage, so the final rules could change after public feedback. Once notified, the cap and registration requirements are expected to reshape how the e-rickshaw segment operates in the national capital.