Odisha Implements 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule After Delhi to Curb Pollution

• Odisha's State Transport Authority has mandated 'No PUC, No Fuel' for vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate.
• The decision aims to reduce vehicular pollution and ensure strict adherence to emission standards, linking fuel purchase to PUC.
• Odisha's Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 177 ('Unhealthy' category) on December 21, highlighting the urgent need for action.
• Delhi government intensified its 'No PUC, No Fuel' campaign, leading to over 61,000 PUC certificates issued in 24 hours.
• Delhi is also enforcing GRAP-IV rules, conducting strict checks and issuing challans for non-BS6 vehicles.

Why It Matters: Odisha and Delhi are enforcing 'No PUC, No Fuel' to tackle rising vehicular pollution effectively.