New Delhi, 20 December 2025:
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Delhi Government has intensified enforcement actions against air pollution sources as part of the GRAP-IV implementation. Authorities are taking strict measures across industrial areas, redevelopment zones, and non-conforming regions to curb pollution and ensure compliance with environmental norms.
During inspections conducted over the past few days, a total of 3,052 units were checked across the city. Among these, 251 industrial units, 181 in redevelopment zones, and 180 in non-conforming areas were found violating pollution regulations. Action has been initiated against all 612 units, including sealing processes where necessary, while other units are being monitored for compliance.
Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said, “Despite the implementation of GRAP-IV, some industries and construction sites continue to ignore regulations. We have made it clear that any construction or industrial activity violating rules during GRAP-IV will face immediate sealing and legal action. Our teams are on the ground, and local authorities will be held accountable for any negligence.”
Vehicle pollution control has also been a priority. Over the past three days, special drives conducted across Delhi resulted in the issuance of more than 1 lakh PUCC certificates. The Delhi Traffic Police, Transport Department, and ANPR-equipped enforcement teams carried out inspections targeting vehicles operating without valid pollution certificates or violating GRAP norms.
In these campaigns, more than 16,000 vehicles were checked, over 12,000 challans were issued, and 1,492 non-compliant vehicles were turned back. These efforts aim to reduce vehicular emissions, a key contributor to Delhi’s air pollution.
Minister Sirsa issued a stern warning to industry operators and construction agencies: “During GRAP-IV, any illegal or unauthorized construction in Delhi will be sealed without warning. The same rules apply to industries operating without required standards. Permits do not mean exemptions; every unit must comply with pollution norms.”
To ensure accountability, regional engineers and district officials have been instructed to maintain continuous monitoring in their areas. Special teams have been deployed to re-inspect units identified in recent surveys.
The campaign focuses on four major pollution sources simultaneously: vehicle emissions, industrial pollution, construction dust, and waste burning. The integrated approach aims to deliver measurable improvements in air quality and public health outcomes.
Minister Sirsa emphasised, “Clean air is the right of every citizen. The government will take all necessary steps to protect public health. Violators of GRAP-IV regulations are directly endangering the health of Delhi residents, and such actions will not be tolerated under any circumstances.”
The Delhi Government has once again appealed to citizens, industry owners, institutions, and construction agencies to fully comply with pollution control regulations and contribute to keeping the capital’s air clean and safe.
