Petrol pumps across the national Capital on Thursday stopped supplying fuel to vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate as the government stepped up enforcement of anti-pollution measures.
As per the new directive rolled out on Wednesday, fuel such as petrol, diesel, CNG or LPG is now supplied only to vehicles holding a valid PUC certificate. Concerned agencies have been directed to ensure zero tolerance in implementation.
While the rule was first declared in October 2025, officials said its implementation will now be stricter and permanent.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday that the government is committed to ensuring a clean, healthy environment and improving Delhi's air quality through sustained and comprehensive measures.
"Tackling air pollution requires firm and effective interventions. This decision is a crucial step in that direction," she mentioned, underlining the need for compliance.
Under Rule 115 (sub-rule 7) of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, every vehicle must carry a valid PUC certificate after one year of registration and produce it on demand.
Officials said despite the rule, a large number of vehicles continue to operate without valid certification, aggravating pollution levels in the city.
The order is also in sync with the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), which mandated strict enforcement of PUC norms.
The framework mandates stringent action against polluting vehicles, including seizure and the imposition of maximum penalties.
The Food and Supplies Department, Transport Department, Municipal Corporation, and Delhi Traffic Police are tasked with rigorously enforcing the directive.
As per the new directive rolled out on Wednesday, fuel such as petrol, diesel, CNG or LPG is now supplied only to vehicles holding a valid PUC certificate. Concerned agencies have been directed to ensure zero tolerance in implementation.
While the rule was first declared in October 2025, officials said its implementation will now be stricter and permanent.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday that the government is committed to ensuring a clean, healthy environment and improving Delhi's air quality through sustained and comprehensive measures.
"Tackling air pollution requires firm and effective interventions. This decision is a crucial step in that direction," she mentioned, underlining the need for compliance.
Under Rule 115 (sub-rule 7) of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, every vehicle must carry a valid PUC certificate after one year of registration and produce it on demand.
Officials said despite the rule, a large number of vehicles continue to operate without valid certification, aggravating pollution levels in the city.
The order is also in sync with the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), which mandated strict enforcement of PUC norms.
The framework mandates stringent action against polluting vehicles, including seizure and the imposition of maximum penalties.
The Food and Supplies Department, Transport Department, Municipal Corporation, and Delhi Traffic Police are tasked with rigorously enforcing the directive.
