Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' Drive Cracks Down on Polluting Vehicles
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In a major crackdown, Delhi's Transport Department denied fuel to nearly 2,800 vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates on the first day of its 'No PUC, No Fuel' enforcement drive. The drive, aimed at reducing vehicular emissions and improving air quality, saw stringent action taken against violators, with over 3,700 challans issued. According to officials, three enforcement teams were deployed at key locations, including petrol pumps, to conduct checks alongside police personnel. Between Thursday and Friday, the teams identified 2,800 vehicles without valid PUC certificates. The Delhi government has vowed to continue monitoring and enforcing compliance with emission norms in the coming days. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa had announced the drive earlier this week, resulting in a sharp increase in PUC certificate issuance. On December 17, 31,197 certificates were issued, a 75.9% rise from the previous day. Delhi's air quality remains a pressing concern, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) often slipping into the 'severe' category. On Friday, the AQI was recorded at 377, classified as 'very poor'. The drive aims to provide immediate relief to public health and reduce air pollution in the city.
