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Delhi Pollution: Strict Restrictions from Nov 1, Govt Announces Major Curbs.
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CNBC Awaaz•28-09-2026, 13:12
Delhi Pollution: Strict Restrictions from Nov 1, Govt Announces Major Curbs.
- •Delhi government announced strict restrictions on construction and demolition activities starting November 1, 2026, to curb pollution.
- •Outdoor construction work will be banned from November 1 to January 31.
- •Parking fees in Delhi will be doubled, and 50% of employees in government and private offices will work from home from November 1 to February 28.
- •A complete ban on construction and demolition work will be in effect from December 10 to January 20.
Key Questions Answered
Starting November 1, 2026, the Delhi government is imposing strict measures to curb pollution, including a ban on outdoor construction until January 31, doubled parking fees until February 28, and a 50 percent work-from-home mandate for both government and private office employees during that same period.
The 50 percent work-from-home arrangement for government and private office employees in Delhi will remain in effect from November 1, 2026, to February 28, 2027.
A complete ban on all construction and demolition activities will be enforced in Delhi from December 10, 2026, to January 20, 2027.
