In Short : At its 27th meeting, the CAQM reviewed a Supreme Court-mandated report identifying PM2.5 as Delhi’s key pollutant, with secondary particulates (27%) and transport (23%) as major winter sources. To combat this, the commission approved 46 new monitoring stations, mandated stricter industrial emission standards, and urged barrier-free toll plazas to reduce traffic congestion. […]
CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-II in Delhi-NCR as AQI improves – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage-II restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the Delhi-NCR after improvements in the Air Quality Index (AQI) following recent light rainfall and favourable weather conditions. Despite the removal of Stage-II actions, Stage-I preventative pollution measures will continue to remain enforced […]
CAQM reviews Annual Action Plans and key sectoral measures towards abatement of air pollution in Rajasthan (NCR) – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reviewed Annual Action Plans of Rajasthan’s NCR districts to assess progress on air pollution control. The review focused on strengthening city and state strategies across transport, industry, waste management, and dust control, with clear directions for revised plans, stricter monitoring, and time-bound implementation to achieve […]
CAQM revokes Stage III restrictions across Delhi-NCR as AQI improves – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked Stage III restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR after a noticeable improvement in the Air Quality Index. While the rollback brings relief to residents and businesses, authorities have retained lower-stage measures and emphasized continued monitoring to prevent a renewed deterioration in […]
CAQM revokes Stage IV restrictions across Delhi-NCR as AQI improves – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked Stage IV restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi-NCR following a sustained improvement in air quality. With the Air Quality Index showing better trends, authorities eased the strictest curbs while directing agencies to maintain vigilance, continue enforcement of lower-stage measures and prevent […]
CAQM conducts joint Special Inspection of Industrial Units in Naraina Cantonment area following Public Complaints – EQ
In Short : Following public complaints over pollution and regulatory violations, the Commission for Air Quality Management conducted a joint special inspection of industrial units in Delhi’s Naraina Cantonment area. The inspection aimed to verify compliance with environmental norms, identify violations, and initiate corrective action to curb emissions and protect public health in the affected […]
CAQM issues Closure Directions to 16 Industrial Units in NCR over Gross Violations – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has ordered the closure of 16 industrial units across the National Capital Region (NCR) after inspections found serious and persistent violations of environmental norms. The units—14 in Haryana’s Sonipat, one in Uttar Pradesh (NCR) and one in Rajasthan (NCR)—were operating without required permits and pollution […]
CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-III amid significant improvement in air quality – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked GRAP Stage-III restrictions after a notable improvement in air quality across the Delhi-NCR region. The decision reflects sustained reductions in particulate matter levels and favorable dispersion conditions. While emergency curbs have been relaxed, authorities have emphasized the continued enforcement of baseline measures to prevent […]
CAQM invokes 12-point action plan as per Stage-II of the extant GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented a 12-point action plan under Stage-II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the NCR with immediate effect. The measures include restrictions on construction activities, enhanced vehicular pollution checks, better waste management, and increased promotion of clean energy to control deteriorating air […]
CAQM holds detailed review meetings with State Governments of Punjab and Haryana on preparedness to prevent Stubble Burning incidents during Paddy Harvest Season 2025 – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reviewed preparations with Punjab and Haryana governments to prevent stubble burning during the 2025 paddy harvest. Discussions emphasized crop residue management, farmer outreach, and strict enforcement measures. The initiative aims to reduce pollution, improve air quality, and promote sustainable practices across northern India during the […]