LAHORE – The Punjab government has made it mandatory for all types of vehicles to obtain the vehicle fitness certificate as it is taking measures to cut air pollution and smog in the province.
The provincial government in collaboration with Opus Inspection (Pvt) Ltd have taken a revolutionary step in the field of Road Safety and Environmental protection by introducing a modern and computerized Vehicle Inspection & Certification System (VICS) network.
Under the system, all vehicles operating in Punjab will be regularly inspected for fitness and awarded a Fitness Certificate upon satisfaction.
The initiative is primarily aimed at protecting the environment. Air pollution is a serious health risk to citizen of Pakistan. And pollution from vehicles accounts for around 50% of the pollution in the air.
The World Health Organization ranks Pakistan and one of the 10 worst countries for air pollution.
The goal of the program is to reduce motor vehicle pollution and improve safety by requiring that vehicles meet certain safety and emission standards on the road.
Vehicles that do not get the inspection will be penalized by authorities, denied a route permit and will not be allowed to pay token tax.
Appointment for Inspection to Get Vehicle Fitness Certificate
The residents of Punjab can get an appointment by calling the VICS customer service center, UAN 042-111-678-711.
Appointments can be made through this website:
Go to VICS website
Click “Appointment” tab on the home page
Enter details such as vehicle type, date, number of vehicles and vehicle registration number
Enter personal information such as name, phone, email
Click “Submit” button and you will get the appointment
Vehicle fitness certificate fee update in Punjab – October 2024
