After Delhi, Sikkim government is preparing for the odd-even scheme; Know the reason

The Sikkim government implemented the odd-even traffic rule after Delhi did. In comparison to Delhi-NCR, the Sikkim government's odd-even regulation, which will govern the Gangtok municipal area starting on November 5, is not intended to deal with air pollution. In order to deal with traffic congestion, this state, which is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, has initiated this program.

The odd-even arrangement will continue till May 26, officials of the Sikkim government told news agency PTI. Under this arrangement, vehicles with odd numbers will be allowed to run on odd dates. Vehicles with even numbers will be allowed to ply on even dates from 9.30 am to 12 noon and from 3.30 pm to 6 pm, they said. Government officials said the exemption period will be applicable from 12.30 pm to 3.30 pm.

This odd-even scheme will cover the municipal limits of Gangtok, more so along the national highway between Mayfair gate and GICI, Zero Point. However, feeder roads will fall out of the ambit of this rule. Further, all emergency service vehicles such as ambulances, police and fire service vehicles, all essential services, and some government and media vehicles shall also be exempted from these restrictions.