Mumbai Implements GRAP-4 Restrictions Despite Lower AQI Levels Than Delhi: A Comparative Analysis

Dec 01, 2025 12:43 pm CST

Mumbai has implemented GRAP-4 restrictions across multiple areas reporting 'very poor' and 'severe' air quality levels, despite having AQI readings significantly lower than Delhi. The BMC has halted construction activities, issued stop-work notices to 50 sites, and deployed enforcement squads across all wards to monitor compliance. This proactive approach contrasts with Delhi's implementation criteria, highlighting different regional approaches to addressing urban air pollution challenges.