Archive · 3 Jan 2026
CAQM Revokes GRAP-3 Curbs in Delhi-NCR
The air quality in Delhi-NCR has improved, so the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has lifted some of the strict rules that were in place to control pollution.
The air quality index (AQI) went from very bad (380) to not so bad (236) in one day.
However, some basic rules to keep the air clean are still in place.
The weather is very cold and foggy, which is making it hard to see and causing some flight cancellations.
The weather is expected to get better soon, which will help with the air quality and travel.
CAQM revoked GRAP-3 curbs in Delhi-NCR due to improved air quality.
Delhi's AQI improved from 380 on Thursday to 236 by 4 PM on Friday.
Actions under GRAP Stages I and II will continue to remain in force.
Dense fog and cold wave conditions reduced visibility and disrupted flight operations.
Weather conditions are expected to improve from Saturday.
- Who
- Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM)
- What
- Revoked GRAP-3 curbs in Delhi-NCR due to improved air quality
- When
- January 2, 2026
- Where
- Delhi-NCR
- Why
- Significant improvement in air quality, AQI dropped from 380 to 236
- AQI on Thursday
- 380
- AQI on Friday at 4 PM
- 236
- AQI at 8:00 AM on Friday
- 348
- Temperature on Friday morning
- 11°C
- Expected maximum temperature range
- 15°C to 17°C
- Expected minimum temperature range
- 9°C to 11°C
- Flights cancelled due to fog
- 66
Sources
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