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The Delhi government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, is preparing to combat dust pollution by constructing 400 km of wall-to-wall roads once the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) restrictions are lifted. They are also expanding the use of mist spray systems on central verges. Budgetary allocations for most of the road construction have been secured, and tenders are complete. Despite these efforts, Delhi’s air quality remains poor, fluctuating between “very poor” and “severe,” with forecasts predicting “severe” conditions for the next few days.

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Delhi to Construct 400km of Roads to Combat Dust Pollution Despite Poor Air Quality

New Delhi – December 31, 2025 – The Delhi government is poised to launch a major road construction project aimed at curbing dust pollution in the city, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced yesterday. Once the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), which currently prohibits construction, is lifted, the city will begin building approximately 400 kilometers of roads.

Gupta emphasized that these roads will be constructed “wall-to-wall,” effectively eliminating dust generated from road edges. “Along with road construction, the Delhi Government is installing mist spray systems on the central verges to bring down dust particles,” the CMO said in a statement. Around 340 mist spray systems are currently operational, with plans for further expansion.

The Central government has already allocated funding for 300 km of the project, with the Delhi government funding the remaining 100 km. According to Gupta, all tenders and necessary procedural formalities for the construction are complete, clearing the way for rapid implementation.

However, these efforts come as Delhi continues to grapple with poor air quality. While the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) improved slightly to “very poor” (388) yesterday afternoon, it remains a concern. Several areas, including Anand Vihar and Chandni Chowk, experienced “severe” AQI levels. The Central government’s Air Quality Early Warning System predicts a return to “severe” conditions from today through New Year’s Day, with a slight improvement to “very poor” expected on January 2nd. The road construction project is anticipated to provide a long-term solution to the dust pollution contributing to the city’s air quality issues.

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