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All about Vehicle Pollution Certificate (PUC)
•Every human being around us is moving fast to achieve success in life. The development has got synonymous with the deterioration in the air quality and environment.
•The number of vehicles has increased exponentially, and they are causing maximum pollution which is also rising globally.
•So as a responsible citizen of the society, we should get the PUC for our vehicles from the government. Let us know more about PUC (Pollution Under Control) Certificate .
•According to the IRDAI, it is mandatory that you have a valid PUC certificate to renew your motor insurance policy.
IRDAI:Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India
Why PUC Certificate is required?
•A PUC certificate is required and authorizes you to use the vehicle legally on the road.
•PUC Certificate confirms the percentage of carbon emission, that is, the amount of pollution your vehicle may produce.
Is it Mandatory to have a PUC Certificate?
•Having a PUC Certificate is required by the Government of India by the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988.
•If your vehicle does not have a valid certificate, you will be fined Rs. 1000 for the first offence (and Rs. 2000 for every subsequent offence)
•So, a PUC certificate is a very important document and it is best that you should carry at all times when you are driving your vehicle.
All vehicles that are tested for PUC should fall within the following limits.
Vehicle Type
2 and 3 wheeled vehicles (2 or 4 stroke)
that are manufactured on or before
31st March 2000
2 and 3 wheeled vehicles (2 stroke)
that are manufactured after 31st March 2000
2 and 3 wheeled vehicles (4 stroke) that are
manufactured after 31st March 2000
4 wheeled vehicles that are manufactured
as per the Pre Bharat Stage IV Norms
.
4 wheeled vehicles that are manufactured
as per the Pre Bharat Stage VI
or subsequent Norms
Percentage of CO
4.5
3.5
3.5
0.5
0.3
Hydrocarbon measured in ppm
9000
6000
4500
750
200
What are the benefits of having a PUC Certificate?
1.You will be caring for the environment - Air pollution can have a devastating impact on the global environment has, so by ensuring that your vehicle emissions are within the required levels you’ll be helping keep the environment clean.
2.Be aware of your vehicle’s condition - When you regularly renew your PUC certificate every 6 months, you’ll become aware of the pollution levels of your vehicle and if it needs servicing, so that you can get it checked before it becomes a larger problem.
3.Ensuring that you’re a law-abiding citizen - Having a PUC Certificate is required by the Government of India by the Motor Vehicle Act of 1988, and not having one can lead to possible penalties.
4.It is essential for any Motor Vehicle Insurance - A valid PUC Certificate is one of the mandatory documents that you must have to renew your vehicle insurance.
It is not always about the fine! It for the greater good of our environment and mother earth. Let’s not destroy it more!
***End of Session 3 of Unit-5***
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