CAQM Revokes Delhi-NCR Air Quality Curbs
Analysis based on 13 articles · First reported Jan 20, 2026 · Last updated Jan 25, 2026
The revocation of Stage III and Stage IV air quality restrictions by the India — Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas is expected to have a positive impact on businesses, particularly in the construction and transportation sectors within India — Delhi and the India — National Capital Region (India). This decision alleviates operational disruptions and costs previously incurred due to the stringent measures.
The India — Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has revoked Stage III and Stage IV restrictions of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across India — Delhi and the India — National Capital Region (India) due to an improvement in air quality. Stage IV restrictions were lifted on January 20, 2026, followed by the revocation of Stage III on January 22, 2026. These decisions were based on air quality bulletins from the India — Central Pollution Control Board and meteorological forecasts from the Malaysia — Malaysian Meteorological Department and the India — Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, which indicated improving trends and a forecast of 'moderate' to 'poor' AQI levels. While the most stringent restrictions have been lifted, actions under Stages I and II of GRAP remain in force, with agencies directed to maintain strict vigilance to prevent further deterioration of air quality. Construction and demolition projects previously closed for violations are not permitted to resume without specific orders from the India — Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas. Citizens are urged to continue adhering to the citizen charter under Stages I and II.
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