Delhi Cracks Down: 3746 Challans, 61K PUCs Issued in 24 Hours Amidst 'No Fuel' Rule

• Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' policy led to over 61,000 Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUCCs) issued in 24 hours.
• 3746 challans were issued to non-compliant vehicles, and 568 vehicles were turned back at Delhi's borders.
• Petrol pumps are mandated to deny fuel without a valid PUCC; Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa conducted surprise inspections.
• Government emphasizes no leniency, promising stricter checks and digital tracking to curb fake PUCCs.
• Parallel actions include mechanical road sweeping, anti-smog guns, closing illegal dumping sites, and waste disposal.

Why It Matters: Delhi intensifies pollution fight with 'No PUC, No Fuel' rule, issuing challans and boosting compliance.