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  1. The Union Minister for the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is reviewing air quality improvement measures and pending MoA for road dust mitigation studies in Delhi.

CPCB Records Poor Air Quality in Delhi Amid Data Integrity Disputes

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On November 11, 2026, the Central Pollution Control Board recorded Delhi's air quality index as 299, classifying it in the poor category, while Sirsa recorded a severe category AQI of 403. Reports also indicated that toxic smog concentrations exceeded the upper measurement limit in India, leading to political accusations that official readings were deliberately incomplete during periods of high pollution. The Central Pollution Control Board rejected these accusations, stating the gaps reflected differences in pollutant concentration measurement.

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The poor air quality triggers regulatory actions, including Stage 3 bans on certain older BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles in Delhi and specified NCR districts. This situation is part of a larger review by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change regarding air quality improvement measures and road dust mitigation studies in Delhi.

The Union Minister for the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is reviewing air quality improvement measures and pending MoA for road dust mitigation studies in Delhi.

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    The Municipal Corporation of Delhi might face increased costs when enforcing stricter pollution control measures.

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  1. Allegations surface that the Central Pollution Control Board manipulated air quality data in Delhi.1 source
  2. Political dispute erupts as AAP questions CPCB's data integrity on Delhi's air quality.1 source
  3. Strict measures, including a ban on PUCC and fuel, are being enforced in Delhi due to worsening air quality.1 source
  4. The Delhi government has approved a new EV policy, which was driven by the ongoing pollution crisis and informed by data tracked by the Central Pollution Control Board.Sub-event
  5. CPCB sets standards for air quality index in Delhi.1 source
  6. CPCB conducted air quality monitoring in Delhi.1 source
  7. CPCB recorded the Air Quality Index in Delhi on June 6, 2026.1 source

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