Ban on construction in Delhi from Dec 10 to Jan 20 to curb air pollution

Source: Business Standard· Press Trust of India· August 21, 2026

Construction activities will be completely banned in Delhi from December 10 to January 20 as part of the government's measures to curb air pollution during the winter season, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Friday. In a post on X, Gupta urged citizens to r…

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