Overview

• Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced imminent strict enforcement that will block fuel sales to vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control certificate.
• CCTV systems at petrol pumps will scan registration numbers to verify PUC status before allowing fuel to be dispensed.
• Invalid certificates will result in fuel being denied and the PUC being cancelled on the spot, according to officials.
• Each PUC will carry a unique identity number to deter fraud, alongside a directed crackdown on gangs issuing fake certificates.
• Transport Commissioner Vivek Bhimanwar and Joint Secretary Rajendra Holkar were tasked with the statewide rollout, including plans for renewals at pumps and future issuance via showrooms and garages.