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In Punjab, the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) has launched strict action against commercial vehicles without VOX fitness certificates. This move comes after earlier enforcement against small vehicles lacking green emission stickers.
EPA officials confirmed that a special desk at the Safe City Authority is monitoring heavy vehicles, issuing warnings, and ensuring compliance with emission standards.
Key Actions by Punjab EPA
| Action Taken | Details |
| Warning slips issued | 391 in last 10 days |
| Compliance time allowed | 7 days |
| After grace period | Impoundment, heavy fines, cancellation of route permits |
| Certificate requirement | VOX certificate mandatory for fitness & emission check |
EPA DG Imran Hamid Sheikh emphasized that heavy transport vehicles without certification contribute significantly to pollution levels. He added that the initiative aims to ensure cleaner air and safer roads.
The campaign follows earlier checks on small vehicles without green stickers, making Punjab’s enforcement drive tougher against non-compliant transport.
