63% Delhi-NCR drivers clueless about this crucial document, risk INR 10k fine: Report – ET Auto

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In the Delhi-NCR region, where air pollution continues to be a persistent and escalating crisis every year, a recent report by Park+ Research Labs has highlighted a concerning trend. The survey, which included responses from 5,200 car owners across the region, reveals that a staggering 63% of respondents are unaware of the status of their Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificate – a mandatory document under the Motor Vehicles Act.

Adding to this worrisome statistic, 11% of car owners confessed to not knowing what a PUC certificate is or where to renew it, while 27% admitted indifference when asked about the role of non-PUC-certified vehicles in exacerbating pollution levels. This lack of awareness is especially alarming in a region where vehicular emissions contribute to 40% of PM 2.5 levels and an overwhelming 81% of nitrogen oxides (NOx), as per a study by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).

PUC: The price of neglect
For vehicle owners in Delhi, the consequences of neglecting PUC certification extend beyond environmental damage. Non-compliance can result in a hefty fine of INR 10,000, with challans processed directly through the courts. Notifications about violations are sent via mobile phones.

But the issue isnu2019t just about fines, itu2019s about accountability. With Delhi NCRu2019s AQI frequently crossing hazardous levels close to winters every year, the role of individual car owners in mitigating pollution has never been more critical.

With Delhi NCRu2019s 3 crore residents grappling with winter smog and its health repercussions, itu2019s important that vehicle owners must shoulder their share of responsibility. Regular maintenance and compliance with PUC norms are small yet impactful steps that can collectively make a significant difference.
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