Transporters' unions in India are planning a three-day protest from May 21 to 23 against the Delhi government's decision to raise the Environment Compensation Charge (ECC) by nearly 50% for commercial vehicles entering the city. They also oppose the proposed ban on BS-IV vehicles starting October 31, 2026, which will not apply to the rest of the country. Rajender Kapoor, president of the All India Motor and Goods Transport Association, stated that the ECC was originally imposed in 2015 for vehicles passing through Delhi without a destination, but has since been applied to all commercial vehicles. The increased charge is expected to further strain transport operators already facing rising fuel prices and compliance costs. While essential goods vehicles will be exempt from the blockade to avoid disrupting critical supply chains, the Delhi government has yet to respond to the protest call, although officials have previously emphasized the need for stricter vehicle emission norms to combat air pollution.