NewKerala.com

'No PUC, No Fuel' Policy to Continue Post-GRAP-IV, Says Delhi Minister Sirsa

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa stated that the 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy will remain in effect even after the current GRAP-IV air quality restrictions are lifted. The government has suspended 12 pollution certificate centres for irregularities and issued hundreds of closure notices to industrial units. New measures include additional automatic testing stations and extended operation of anti-smog guns.

Key Points: Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' Policy Permanent, 12 Centres Blacklisted | ANI

  • Delhi Minister announces permanent 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy
  • 12 pollution testing centres suspended for irregularities
  • DPCC issues 411 closure notices to industries for pollution control
  • New automatic testing stations and extended ASG operations approved
2 min read

'No PUC, No Fuel' to continue even after GRAP-IV curbs are lifted: Delhi Minister Sirsa

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announces the 'No PUC, No Fuel' campaign will continue after GRAP-IV, with 12 PUCC centres suspended and 411 industrial units issued closure notices.

"In Delhi, along with GRAP 4, our PUCC (Pollution Under Control Certificate) campaign was running with the slogan 'No PUC, No Fuel'. We will continue this even after the GRAP restrictions are lifted. We have found 12 PUCC centres that were involved in irregularities, and they have been suspended and will be blacklisted. - Manjinder Singh Sirsa / Delhi Environment Minister"

New Delhi, December 23

Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Tuesday said the 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy will continue in the national capital even after GRAP-IV restrictions are lifted, as part of the government's ongoing efforts to control air pollution.

He said action has been taken against faulty pollution testing centres and stricter checks, along with new pollution control measures.

While addressing a press conference, Manjinder Singh Sirsa said, "In Delhi, along with GRAP 4, our PUCC (Pollution Under Control Certificate) campaign was running with the slogan 'No PUC, No Fuel'. We will continue this even after the GRAP restrictions are lifted. We have found 12 PUCC centres that were involved in irregularities, and they have been suspended and will be blacklisted."

To control industrial pollution, Sirsa said the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has issued 411 closure notices to date, and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has sealed 400 units.

"Also, CM Rekha Gupta has sanctioned four new automatic testing stations. The ASGs (Anti-Smog Guns) installed on top of high-rise buildings in Delhi have been given more time to operate, and building owners have been given the option to install misting systems around their premises," he said.

Sirsa said the cabinet has approved setting up an e-waste park at Holambi Kalan, adding that Delhi's first e-waste plant will soon be established.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), air quality spiked to 'severe' levels in certain areas of the National Capital Region (NCR). Multiple parts of the city continued to witness alarmingly high pollution levels.

CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management) has invoked all actions under GRAP Stage-IV in Delhi-NCR.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
Good step, but implementation is key. Will petrol pumps actually deny fuel? Last time I saw, they were quite lax. Also, what about the long queues at the few genuine PUC centres now? The government needs to increase the number of reliable testing stations first.
R
Rohit P
Finally some action! The 411 closure notices to industries and sealing of 400 units shows they are serious. The e-waste park is also a forward-thinking move. Delhi's pollution needs a multi-pronged attack, not just seasonal measures. Kudos for making 'No PUC, No Fuel' permanent.
S
Sarah B
As someone who moved to Delhi recently, the air quality is a genuine health concern. Policies like this are essential for long-term improvement. However, I hope there is also a focus on public transport and electric vehicle infrastructure to provide alternatives.
V
Vikram M
The intention is good, but what about the corruption? They found 12 centres, but how many more are there? Unless the system is made completely transparent and automated, people will find a way to get fake certificates. The new automatic stations are a step in the right direction.
K
Kavya N
My father is an auto driver. Getting PUC every few months is an expense and a hassle for him. While I understand the need for clean air, I hope the government considers subsidies or easier processes for commercial vehicle owners who are just trying to earn a living.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50