Delhi's air quality slips into 'severe' category again

India Nov 12, 2025

Delhi's air quality slipped into the "severe" category, triggering stricter anti-pollution measures under Stage 3 of GRAP.
But even with bans on private construction, dust is everywhere—piles of debris and open material at sites like Sarojini Nagar show that rules aren't really sticking.

Officials admit they're short-staffed and struggling to coordinate

Officials say they're short-staffed and struggling to coordinate, so many small construction sites slip through the cracks.
That means more dust in neighborhoods like Jangpura and market areas.
Residents are fed up, calling for stronger action against rule-breakers and better teamwork from authorities to actually clear the air.