Delhi Government Enforces 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule Amid Pollution Crisis
Delhi govt tightens 'no PUC, no fuel' rule, data shows over 15,000 vehicles denied fuel in four days
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The Delhi government has intensified enforcement of its 'no PUC, no fuel' rule, resulting in over 15,000 vehicles being denied fuel from April 26 to 29, 2023. This measure aims to combat the city's severe air pollution by ensuring that all vehicles possess a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate.
- 01Over 15,000 vehicles were denied fuel in four days due to lack of valid PUC certificates.
- 02The enforcement of the 'no PUC, no fuel' rule was intensified starting April 26, 2023.
- 03The rule mandates that all vehicles must carry a valid PUC certificate after one year of registration.
- 04The Delhi government aims to reduce vehicular pollution, which has been a persistent issue.
- 05The policy was originally introduced in October 2025, but stricter implementation was called for in April 2023.
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In a bid to address the ongoing air quality crisis in New Delhi, the Delhi government has ramped up enforcement of its 'no PUC, no fuel' rule. From April 26 to 29, 2023, over 15,000 vehicles were denied fuel due to the absence of a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate. The government reiterated this policy on April 22, 2023, emphasizing that vehicles without valid PUC certificates would not receive fuel. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to mitigate vehicular pollution, which has been a significant contributor to the city's deteriorating air quality. Data shows that on April 26 alone, 3,525 vehicles were turned away, with numbers increasing to 4,012 on April 27, 4,235 on April 28, and 3,906 on April 29. The policy, which has been in place since October 2025, mandates that all vehicles must produce a valid PUC certificate upon request, following the guidelines of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. Despite these regulations, many vehicles continue to operate without valid certification, exacerbating pollution levels in the capital.
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This enforcement could lead to improved air quality in New Delhi, benefiting residents' health and overall environmental conditions.
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