Car more than 15 years old? State govts announce discounts for scrapping; 5 things to know about how to scrap an old car

How to scrap an old car: Several states in India are offering discounts of up to 25% on personal vehicle prices or road taxes for customers who scrap their old vehicles and buy a new one. The government's Voluntary Vehicle Fleet Modernization Program aims to get rid of old and unfit vehicles that cause pollution and harm the environment. Different age criteria apply to commercial and private vehicles, and it is mandatory for states to promote the scrapping of old vehicles.