The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on November 06, 2026, has invokes Stage III of GRAP across Delhi-NCR with Immediate Effect Due to Deteriorating Air Quality.
The following has been stated:
• CAQM has invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect, in addition to the Stage I and Stage II measures already in force. The decision follows Delhi recording a daily average AQI of 382 (Very Poor) on November 6, 2026, with IMD/IITM forecasts indicating a likely deterioration into the Severe category due to unfavourable meteorological conditions and poor pollutant dispersion. All concerned agencies, including NCR State Pollution Control Boards and the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), have been directed to ensure strict implementation of Stage III measures.
• Citizens have been advised to use public or cleaner transport, walk or cycle for short distances, combine journeys, avoid coal and wood for heating, prevent open burning and follow hybrid schooling or work-from-home arrangements wherever instructed. CAQM will continue to monitor and review the air quality situation.
