Delhi Rolls Out Tough Winter Pollution Curbs With ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ Rule
What Happened
The Delhi Government has announced a Winter Action Plan effective from 1 November 2026 to 28 February 2027, introducing stricter anti-pollution measures. Vehicles registered outside Delhi that do not meet BS-VI emission norms will be barred from entering the capital from 1 November to 31 January, while fuel stations will enforce a“No PUC, No Fuel” policy for vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate. The plan also includes construction and demolition curbs, AI-based site monitoring, staggered office timings and work-from-home measures.
Key Takeaways
The measures are aimed at reducing vehicular emissions and dust pollution during Delhi's annual winter smog season. The plan focuses on preventive action before air quality worsens and combines vehicle restrictions, fuel compliance checks and traffic-reduction measures.