If pollution increases in Delhi, parking will also become expensive. As soon as GRAP-III and IV appear, you will have to pay double the fee. In view of the increasing air pollution in Delhi, the government has taken this big decision. According to the notification of the Environment Department, whenever Phase-III (Serious) and Phase-IV (Very Critical) of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) will be implemented in the capital, then double the fee for parking vehicles will be charged at all the parking spots in the city.

Metro parking lot will get discount

Vehicle parking charges will be doubled at all authorized parking spots. This order was issued under Section 5 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. Its objective is to reduce the use of private vehicles and promote public transport. PM2.5 and PM10 pollution levels should be controlled. However, park-and-ride parking lots of Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) will remain completely exempted.

The order comes into force with immediate effect.

Municipal Corporations, local bodies and parking agencies have been instructed to ensure strict compliance. Provision for punitive action has been made under Section 15 for violation. The order has come into effect with immediate effect.

On the other hand, CAQM told the Supreme Court on Wednesday that vehicular pollution is most responsible for air pollution in Delhi-NCR. Along with this, the Commission recommended long-term measures to improve the deteriorating Air Quality Index (AQI).

• Phasing out polluting vehicles from Delhi-NCR in a time bound manner on the basis of emission capacity.
• Strengthening PUC (Pollution Under Control) 2.0 and monitoring vehicles plying on the road through remote sensing devices.
• Expanding regional rail transport and metro rail network with more routes and stations in Delhi and NCR.
• Developing multi-modal transport hubs connecting metro and regional rapid transit systems.
• Ensuring connectivity through real time passenger information system with destination-based public transport tracking.
• To review and amend the relevant electric vehicle policies to accelerate the process of converting all vehicles to zero emission vehicles in Delhi-NCR. To give more incentive to the owners of old vehicles for sending them to scrap.
• Rapid expansion of electric vehicle charging stations, including battery swapping stations, in line with the increasing number of vehicles.
• Augmentation of urban public bus service through e-buses/CNG as per model standards and service level norms of Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs based on population.
• To develop a plan for CNG/LNG fuel network in NCR and on highways, so that long distance vehicles and other commercial vehicles can be run on gas.
• Toll should be collected while ensuring multi-lane uninterrupted traffic by installing ANPR cameras and automated RFID at all entry points into Delhi.
• To implement Integrated Traffic Management System for smooth and better traffic movement in Delhi and other major urban areas, especially Noida, Greater Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut, Gurugram, Faridabad and Sonipat.
• Implementing parking area management schemes in Delhi and NCR.
• Increasing environmental protection fees.

GRAP-4 restrictions have been removed in Delhi before the New Year. This decision has been taken after improvement in pollution levels. Group 3 restrictions will remain in force. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) took this decision under the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) issued on 21 November 2025 in compliance with the directions of the Supreme Court. Currently, as per the orders of 14 October, 19 October and 13 December 2025, Stage-1, 2, 3 and 4 were in force.

The rule of ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ will continue

Delhi government had already made it clear that even after the removal of Group 4, the rule of ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ will continue.

AQI improved due to strong winds

The sub-committee constituted on GRAP reviewed the air quality of the region and the forecasts of IMD/IITM in its meeting held today (24 December). The committee found that due to strong winds and favorable weather, the air quality of Delhi has improved significantly. On December 24, 2025, AQI was recorded at 271, which falls in the ‘Poor’ category. However, there is a possibility of AQI increasing in the coming days due to reduction in wind speed.

Keeping these circumstances in mind, the sub-committee decided to cancel the order dated 13 December 2025, under which Stage-IV (Severe+; AQI > 450) was implemented.

However, the Commission clarified that all measures under Stage-1, 2 and 3 will remain strictly implemented and monitored across the NCR as per the revised GRAP dated November 21, 2025, so that the air quality does not fall back into the ‘Severe+’ category. All concerned agencies have been instructed to further intensify the measures under Stage-2 and 3.

Appeal to people to follow Grape-3

Also, in view of the winter weather, an appeal has been made to the citizens to strictly follow the Citizen’s Charter issued under GRAP Stage-1, 2 and 3.

Delhi Ban On Non BS VI Vehicles: Strict pollution control rules are being implemented in Delhi from November 1. For this reason, the question is being raised whether now diesel trains numbered UP14 i.e. Ghaziabad and UP15 i.e. Meerut will not run in Delhi. In fact, the Delhi government has implemented Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on deteriorating air quality.

Under this, there will be a ban on old vehicles coming from outside. Especially those vehicles which do not have BS-6 engine. Now she will not be able to walk on the streets of the capital. This decision has been taken in view of the continuously increasing pollution after Diwali. People are confused whether the entry of these vehicles into Delhi will really be stopped now. Is this really going to happen? Know your work.

Entry ban of these vehicles in Delhi

The risk of ban on diesel vehicles increases as soon as GRAP Stage-2 is implemented in Delhi. If AQI goes into Severe category. So Delhi may ban the running of some diesel vehicles. This will have a direct impact on those traveling to and from NCR. In which people from Ghaziabad and Meerut go to Delhi daily for work or business.

Also read: The power of investing Rs 1.5 lakh in PPF is amazing, after so many years you will get tax free Rs 99 thousand every month.

At present, those vehicles coming from outside Delhi whose engines are not BS-6. Their entry will be closed from November 1, however, let us tell you that this is applicable only on commercial vehicles, private vehicles are exempted. You can go with your personal vehicle. Let us tell you that it is not that the entry of vehicles numbered UP 14 and UP 15 is closed. The ban has been imposed on the basis of BS standards.

Also read: How to withdraw EPF money from ATM? Know the complete process step by step in an easy way

Entry of these vehicles will remain open

Under the new rules of Delhi Government, some vehicles will be prohibited from entering Delhi. These include all commercial vehicles registered in Delhi. Which comply with the emission standards. Apart from this, diesel vehicles with BS-6 engine, vehicles running on CNG and LNG will also be able to move without any restrictions. Electric vehicles have also been given complete exemption. The aim of the government is that only modern and less polluting vehicles should run in Delhi. This will improve the air quality which has deteriorated significantly in recent times.

Also read: How much PF is deducted for salaried people now, know how much EPFO ​​is preparing to limit?

Stage 1 of GRAP has been implemented in Delhi-NCR even before Diwali. This decision had to be taken due to the pollution level being in the poor category. There will be restrictions in the first phase in Delhi-NCR. Under this, there will be a ban on burning wood and garbage. Precaution will have to be taken at construction sites. According to CAQM, today (October 14) Delhi’s pollution level was 211 and in the poor category. It is estimated that the pollution level will remain in the poor category in the coming days. AQI level in Delhi crossed 200.

Will anything change after GRP 1 is implemented?

• Dust control measures like use of anti smog guns will be started in Delhi NCR under Grape 1
• Dust control measures will have to be followed at all construction and demolition sites.
• For projects larger than 500 square meters, it will also be necessary to follow the approved dust management plan.
• Open burning of garbage, leaves and other waste materials will be prohibited.
• Use of coal or wood fuel in roadside food stalls and commercial kitchens will be prohibited.
• Hotels, restaurants and open eating places will use only electricity, gas or other clean fuels.
• The use of diesel generators has been limited. Diesel generators will be allowed only in necessary or emergency situations.
• Vehicles that cause pollution can be fined or confiscated.
• Under traffic control, traffic police have been deployed at major intersections and drivers will be instructed to switch off their engines at red lights.
• Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years will be banned in Delhi NCR.

The air quality index (AQI) in the national capital was recorded at 201 on Tuesday morning, which falls in the poor category. According to IMD, the minimum temperature was recorded at 19 degrees Celsius, which is 0.6 degrees Celsius below normal. The maximum temperature is likely to be around 33 degrees Celsius.