Manesar (Haryana) [India], July 8 (HBTV): As India steadily moves towards cleaner and safer roads, the government's ambitious Vehicle Scrapping Policy is gaining momentum through the development of modern, scientific facilities across the country.
One such facility is Abhishek K Kaiho Recyclers Pvt. Ltd., located near Manesar, Haryana. It is the state’s first Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) under the new framework.
The initiative is part of the Voluntary Vehicle-Fleet Modernization Program (V-VMP), launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 13, 2021. The policy aims to phase out unfit and polluting vehicles in an eco-friendly manner while promoting safer, greener transportation. It also seeks to reduce vehicular air pollution, enhance road safety, boost fuel efficiency, and formalise the informal scrapping sector.
Speaking to the media, Anirudh Kedia, Director of Abhishek K Kaiho Recyclers Pvt. Ltd., said, ‘We have set up an RVSF—Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility. The Government of India has introduced a policy mandating the scrapping of vehicles over 15 years old due to pollution concerns. We collaborated with a Japanese company to establish this scrapping centre near Manesar. This is the first such facility in Haryana, with a capacity to scrap around 24,000 to 25,000 vehicles annually.’
Describing the process, he added, ‘Vehicles of all kinds—passenger cars, two-wheelers, three-wheelers, buses, and trucks—arrive here. First, we identify the vehicles and their components. Then we carry out a depollution process. After that, the parts are removed, the engine is extracted and destroyed as per government norms.’
‘The iron and aluminium components are separated, and the remaining body is sent for cutting. We use plasma cutters instead of gas cutters. The cut body is then compressed into scrap bales using a baling machine. This policy also reduces dependence on imported scrap by encouraging the production of domestically processed scrap bales, which can be reused in furnaces to manufacture new vehicle components,’ he said.
Commenting on public perception, Kedia noted, ‘There’s a myth that the scrapping process takes a long time. In reality, it’s very simple. It takes just 80 to 100 minutes to scrap a car—from registration to receiving the scrapping certificate. Our Japanese partner has over 50 years of experience, and we’ve brought their technology to India. The government also offers rebates on registration tax and discounts on new vehicles, making the process even more beneficial.’
Currently, 99 Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities are operational across 20 states and Union Territories. Over 2.45 lakh vehicles have been scrapped so far, including approximately 1.18 lakh government vehicles and 1.27 lakh private vehicles.
To ensure scientific vehicle fitness assessments, 136 Automated Testing Stations are functional in 16 states. There has been a significant rise in both monthly scrapping volumes and fitness tests during FY 2025–26 compared to the previous year.
The policy offers multiple incentives to promote voluntary scrapping, including motor vehicle tax concessions of up to 50 per cent, registration fee waivers, and discounts from Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) on new vehicle purchases.
Citizen-centric digital platforms such as Vahan and VScrap ensure a seamless experience—from booking appointments to receiving Certificates of Deposit.
With its technology-driven approach and alignment with India’s climate goals, the Vehicle Scrapping Policy is not only transforming the automotive sector but also paving the way for sustainable urban mobility. As more facilities like the one in Manesar emerge, the policy is set to become a cornerstone of India’s transition to a cleaner, safer, and more efficient transport ecosystem.
(ANI)