Over 700K fined for lack of PUCCs

The Delhi Traffic Police have issued over 700,000 challans, including 46,911 over since pollution curbs came into force on October 14, for vehicles without pollution under control certificates (PUCCs), as they intensify action against errant vehicles to curb pollution.

- Hemani Bhandari

In contrast, around 600,000 challans were issued last year and around 230,000 in 2023, according to the police data. The Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan came into force on October 14, which includes increased mechanised sweeping and sprinkling of roads and strict enforcement of PUCC norms.

A senior traffic police officer said that by issuing challans, they try to enforce the ban and ensure that commuters follow the rules. “When challans are issued, people become more conscious of their conduct and so do others around them. Traffic police deployed on the road also sensitize people to be wary of the pollution in the Capital and use their cars only if needed,” the officer said.