Delhi Enforces Fuel Supply Ban Without Valid PUC Certificate
No petrol, diesel or any other kind of fuel in Delhi if you travel without valid PUC certificate; check details
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In Delhi, petrol pumps have begun refusing fuel to vehicles lacking a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate as part of a renewed effort to combat air pollution. This enforcement aligns with the Central Motor Vehicles Rules and aims to improve air quality in the national capital.
- 01Fuel supply in Delhi is now contingent on having a valid PUC certificate.
- 02The enforcement of this rule is part of a broader anti-pollution strategy.
- 03The directive is a permanent measure following its initial announcement in October 2025.
- 04Agencies are mandated to take strict action against non-compliance.
- 05Delhi's Chief Minister emphasized the need for effective interventions to tackle air pollution.
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Petrol pumps across Delhi have implemented a ban on fuel supply to vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate, following a directive aimed at enhancing air quality. This rule, which was initially announced in October 2025, is now being enforced more rigorously and is set to be a permanent measure. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta stated that the government is dedicated to improving the environment and tackling air pollution through effective interventions. Under Rule 115 (sub-rule 7) of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, all vehicles must possess a valid PUC certificate one year after registration. Despite this requirement, many vehicles continue to operate without certification, contributing to pollution. The enforcement of this directive aligns with the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) from the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), which calls for strict actions against polluting vehicles, including penalties and potential seizures. Various departments, including the Transport Department and Delhi Traffic Police, are responsible for ensuring compliance.
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This enforcement will likely lead to a reduction in vehicle emissions, contributing to improved air quality in Delhi.
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