Uttarakhand to Levy Green Tax on Non-Local Vehicles from Dec 2025
Uttarakhand is introducing a new Green Tax from December 2025 which applies to vehicles registered outside of the state. This is part state’s effort to manage state pollution and protect the environment. The Green Tax is going to utilize Advanced Number Plate Recognition technology and thus avoid creating additional delay to the travelers. The revenue raised will be spent of pollution abetment, waste disposal, sustainable initiatives, and being the first state to preserve the civil state of the ecosystems. This tax will affect tourists, commercial vehicles, and anyone coming to Uttarakhand by road and thus will require a good understanding of how this tax works for travelers planning a trip to Uttarakhand.
As travelers plan their next road trip to the picturesque state of Uttarakhand, there is an important change they need to be aware of. Starting December 2025, a new ‘Green Tax’ will be levied on tourists and outstation vehicles entering the state. This move, announced by the Uttarakhand Government, aims to protect the environment, reduce pollution, and fund sustainability initiatives in the region.
