The Haryana Cabinet has approved new rules for aggregators. As part of the new Haryana Cabinet decision, all vehicles inducted in the fleet of cab aggregators, delivery service providers, and e-commerce entities in the National Capital Region (NCR) will mandatorily have to use CNG or cleaner fuel, or be an electric vehicle or battery-operated vehicle. Further, only CNG or Electric 3-wheeler auto-rickshaws will be allowed to be additionally inducted into existing fleets in the NCR.
Here’s all the information you need to know about the latest Haryana Cabinet decision.
Haryana Cabinet New Rules: No Petrol, Diesel Vehicles For Aggregators
The Haryana Cabinet, on Monday, 18th May 2026, has approved several new rules. Under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the Haryana Cabinet approved new rules, including rules for the grant of aggregator licenses under the Haryana Motor Vehicles Rules, 1993. This was in line with the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways and directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).
This decision has been taken to promote
- Clean mobility
- Curb vehicular pollution
- Improve air quality in the NCR districts of Haryana, as per an official statement.
The official statement said that “under the amended rules, all vehicles inducted in the fleet of aggregators, delivery service providers, and e-commerce entities in NCR areas from January 1, 2026 onwards will mandatorily be CNG, electric vehicles (EV), battery-operated vehicles (BOV), or based on any other cleaner fuel”.
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New Provisions Approved By The Haryana Cabinet
The Haryana Cabinet decision to introduce cleaner vehicles and fuel was not the only decision made. It also approved substitution of Rule 86A of the Haryana Motor Vehicles Rules, 1993. This is to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for app-based passenger aggregators and delivery service providers operating in Haryana.
The new provisions also include the following:
- Mandatory licensing for aggregators and delivery service providers
- Onboarding norms for drivers and vehicles
- Passenger safety measures
- Grievance redressal mechanisms
- Induction and refresher training programs
- Insurance coverage for drivers and passengers
- Cyber security compliance for apps
- Regulation of fares
Aggregators and delivery service providers will be required to ensure minimum insurance coverage. These include an insurance coverage of a minimum of INR 5 lakh for passengers. It also includes health insurance of INR 5 lakh for drivers and term insurance of minimum of INR 10 lakh for onboarded drivers.
Another rule mandated now is the installation of vehicle location tracking devices, panic buttons, first-aid kits, and fire extinguishers in applicable vehicles. Aggregators will also be required to establish 24×7 control rooms and call centers for passenger assistance and grievance redressal.
Aggregators and delivery service providers will also be required to maintain detailed digital records of onboarded drivers and vehicles. The rules provide for digital authentication of vehicle and driver details through portals like the VAHAN and SARATHI.
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Dedicated Portal And New Divyangjan-Friendly Framework
The Haryana Cabinet was informed that the registration and licensing process for aggregators, delivery service providers, and e-commerce entities will be carried out through the designated portal – cleanmobility.haryanatransport.gov.in
The new framework also includes provisions regarding driver welfare, fare sharing, safety standards, and inclusion of divyangjan-friendly vehicles.
“The proposal has been sent to provide 100 per cent tax exemption on electric vehicles in Haryana on the lines of Chandigarh and Delhi, with the objective of encouraging people to purchase electric vehicles”, Haryana Transport Minister Anil Vij.
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Summing Up
Haryana Cabinet has made the decision to disallow petrol and diesel vehicles for aggregators. It will be allowing only CNG, EVs, and BOVs in a significant move towards curbing vehicular pollution and encouraging the use of cleaner fuels. Along with this significant move, the cabinet has approved a number of other rules.
