Haryana NCR fuel stations must check PUC certificates before dispensing fuel from Oct. 1
From October 1, petrol, diesel and CNG stations in Haryana’s NCR will refuse fuel to vehicles lacking a valid pollution-under-control (PUC) certificate.
A transport department order dated October 30 mandates that every petrol, diesel and CNG station in Haryana’s National Capital Region enforce a “no PUC, no fuel” policy starting October 1. The rule follows Commission for Air Quality Management direction number 101 and obliges stations to confirm a vehicle’s pollution-under-control certificate before dispensing fuel, using automated number-plate recognition (ANPR) systems where they are operational.
Until ANPR coverage is complete, staff must manually verify certificates. If a driver cannot produce a valid PUC, the pump must refuse service, log the vehicle’s registration, and may impose a fine of up to ₹10,000 under Motor Vehicle Rules, directing the owner to the nearest authorised testing centre. The order also requires prominent bilingual (English-Hindi) signs at fuel points to alert motorists. Non-compliance could trigger strict punitive action, and operators must submit an implementation report within three days.
Why it matters
The rule aims to curb vehicle emissions by ensuring only certified cars receive fuel, improving air quality in the densely populated NCR.
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