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Delhi to deny fuel without valid PUC from 1 November
The Story in Brief
The Delhi government has announced a 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy, effective 1 November. Drivers whose vehicles lack a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate will be refused fuel at petrol pumps across the city.
Authorities can also impose a fine of up to Rs 10,000 for not having a valid PUC certificate. Vehicle owners can check their PUC validity through the transport department website or the m-Parivahan app by entering their registration number and the last five digits of the chassis number.
A registered mobile number will also receive an SMS alert regarding PUC validity. The move is part of a series of strict anti-pollution measures by the Delhi government ahead of the winter season.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy directly targets vehicle owners who skip emission tests, making compliance unavoidable for anyone who drives in Delhi. The Rs 10,000 fine adds a second layer of deterrence, but the real operational test will be how consistently petrol pumps enforce the rule and whether the transport portal can handle a surge in checks. The policy takes effect from 1 November, leaving owners just over a week to verify and renew their certificates.
Source: aajtak.in
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