Hindustan Times·India

Delhi-NCR bans construction and demolition ahead of smog

Summarised by Spiced Kopi · 31 October 2026, 00:22 UTC ·10 sec listen

India has banned construction and demolition across Delhi and the National Capital Region ahead of an expected peak in smog. Environment minister Bhupender Yadav announced the restrictions Friday as part of the Centre’s effort to curb air pollution.

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