Delhi Government Urges IGL and DMRC to Set Up New PUCC Centres Amid Strike

The Delhi government's Transport Department has approached IGL and DMRC to establish new Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) centres to tackle the rising number of vehicles in the city. This follows a strike by the Delhi Petrol Dealers' Association over proposed fee hikes. The initiative is aimed at improving air quality.

The Delhi government's Transport Department has approached IGL and DMRC to open new Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) centres, citing a rise in the number of vehicles in the national capital.

The move comes in response to the Delhi Petrol Dealers' Association shutting down PUCC centres from July 15, protesting proposed fee hikes. Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot emphasized the need to ensure vehicles meet pollution norms to improve air quality.

The department's enforcement teams are set to take action against non-compliant PUCC centres, and plans include extending facilities to CNG and metro stations to meet growing demand and enhance public access.

(With inputs from agencies.)