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Vehicle Ban in Delhi: CAQM Implements GRAP Stage-III, Restricts Entry of BS-III Petrol, BS-IV Diesel Vehicles Across NCR
With Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) touching the ‘Severe’ category, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented Stage-III measures of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the National Capital Region (NCR). The decision follows a sharp rise in pollution levels due to unfavourable weather conditions.
Keshav Rajput
Updated Nov 12, 2025, 06:45 PM IST
Vehicle Ban in Delhi: CAQM Implements GRAP Stage-III, Restricts Entry of BS-III Petrol and BS-IV Diesel Vehicles Across NCR
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the entire National Capital Region (NCR) following a significant deterioration in air quality.
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The CAQM Sub-Committee reviewed the situation and decided to implement all actions under Stage-III to prevent further decline in air quality. The worsening pollution levels were attributed to calm winds, a stable atmosphere and other unfavourable meteorological conditions.
9-Point Action Plan Under GRAP-III
A nine-point action plan has been put into effect immediately, with strict enforcement directed to Pollution Control Boards and local authorities across NCR.1. Construction and Demolition Restrictions
All major dust-generating construction and demolition (C&D) activities such as excavation, piling, demolition, road construction, material loading/unloading and operation of ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants have been halted.
2. Closure of Stone Crushers and Mining
3. Suspension of Mining Operations
State governments in NCR and the Delhi government have been directed to restrict the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel light motor vehicles (four-wheelers) in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Gautam Budh Nagar.
Vehicles used by Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) for personal purposes are exempted.
5. Ban on Older Diesel Goods Vehicles in Delhi
Delhi-registered diesel medium goods vehicles (MGVs) meeting BS-IV standards or below are not permitted to ply, except those carrying essential commodities or providing essential services.
6. Entry Restrictions for Diesel Light Commercial Vehicles from Outside Delhi
The entry of BS-IV diesel light commercial vehicles (LCVs) registered outside Delhi is banned, except vehicles carrying essential goods or providing essential services.
7. School Classes in Hybrid Mode
Classes for students up to Class V will be conducted in a hybrid format - online and offline - in Delhi and major NCR districts. The option to attend online classes lies with students and their guardians.
8. Staggered Office Timings for State and Local Bodies
9. Staggered Timings for Central Government Offices
Citizens’ Advisory
CAQM has urged residents to cooperate with pollution control efforts and follow the citizen charter under GRAP. Citizens have been advised to:
- Use public transport, share rides or walk short distances.
- Avoid using coal or wood for heating.
- Encourage domestic staff to use electric heaters instead of open burning for warmth.
- Work from home wherever possible.
- Combine errands to minimize trips.
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