Impact of BS6 Norms on the Indian Automobile Industry
The Bharat Stage 6 (BS6) emission norms, introduced on April 1, 2020, are a significant step towards reducing carbon emissions and pollution from vehicles in urban India. These norms, an upgrade from the previous BS4, have revolutionized the automobile industry, influencing everything from design to fuel types and consumer choices. In this blog, we will explore the positive impact of BS6 norms on the Indian automobile industry and how it has influenced consumer behaviour, instilling hope for a cleaner, greener future. What are Bharat Stage 6 Norms? The Bharat Stage 6 norms, a mandate set by the Central Pollution Control Board under the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change on April 1, 2020, were designed to curb the escalating air pollution from internal combustion engine vehicles in India's urban areas. These norms, a step up from the previous BS4 norms, place a stronger emphasis on gases like nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, and hydrocarbons. For a BS6-c...