The ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ rule is in effect in Delhi, and vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate are not being given petrol, diesel, or CNG. This decision was taken to intensify measures under GRAP Stage IV amidst the continuously deteriorating air quality in the capital. Checkpoints have been set up across the city, including at Delhi's border points. Approximately 580 police personnel have been deployed at these locations. In addition, continuous monitoring is being carried out through 37 special patrol vans. Transport department teams will also be present at petrol pumps to ensure compliance with the rule.

Many people have obtained PUC certificates for their vehicles, but are unaware that their certificates have expired. Upon reaching the petrol pump, they discover that they do not have a valid certificate! What should such people do?

Important information for vehicle owners:

If a vehicle's PUC certificate has expired, it is essential to renew it immediately. Fuel will only be provided at petrol pumps upon presentation of a valid PUC certificate. If fuel is refused at a pump, the first step should be to check the validity of your PUC certificate. The administration has appealed for public cooperation to avoid any disputes during the checks.

Currently, this rule is considered a strict measure taken to combat the severe pollution situation. Further strategies will be decided in the coming days based on air quality and GRAP guidelines.

How are checks and enforcement being carried out?

To enforce the rule, Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras and alert systems are being used at several petrol pumps. These systems will identify vehicles without valid PUC certificates and prevent them from receiving fuel. The administration states that the aim of this measure is not to punish people, but to curb pollution caused by vehicles.

The Delhi government had already clarified that vehicles without a valid PUC certificate would not receive fuel from December 18th. People were urged to get their vehicle's PUC (Pollution Under Control) certificate issued in a timely manner to avoid any inconvenience.

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