Traffic moves through dense smog as air quality deteriorates across the national capital region ahead of winter in New Delhi. | Photo Credit: AP A slew of anti-air pollution measures has been announced in Delhi to control the annual spike in air pollution that happens in the region during winter.Implementing the measures spread across different sectors, such as road dust, vehicular pollution, and pollution from construction activities, is easier said than done, but over the years, authorities have set up different ways with varying levels of success. Published - November 05, 2026 09:39 am IST
How is Delhi implementing restrictions to reduce air pollution?
Delhi enforces mixed anti-pollution measures—from PUCC at fuel stations to ICCCs and border checks—amid winter smog and mixed results.

