The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) conducted a special inspection drive in Noida and Greater Noida on 10.07.2026 to assess redevelopment of urban roads in accordance with the Commission's Standard Framework. The inspection covered 17 road stretches spanning about 46.87 kilometres, of which 9 were found to have end-to-end paving, while 8 road stretches still lacked complete end-to-end paving, indicating the need for timely completion of redevelopment works.

The Commission deployed four Flying Squads to inspect road stretches under the jurisdiction of the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA) and the Noida Authority. The inspection covered 11 road stretches under GNIDA and 6 under the Noida Authority, across roads with Right of Way (RoW) categories of 10-15 metres and greater than 15 metres.

During the inspection, 5 road stretches under GNIDA and 4 under the Noida Authority were found to have end-to-end paving, indicating compliance with the Standard Framework prescribed by the Commission. However, 6 road stretches under GNIDA and 2 under the Noida Authority were found without complete end-to-end paving.

The inspection also revealed that unpaved or missing pathways existed along 8 road stretches, including 6 under GNIDA and 2 under the Noida Authority. In addition, paved central verges were absent on 5 road stretches, comprising 3 under GNIDA and 2 under the Noida Authority.

The Commission observed that while significant progress has been made in the redevelopment of urban roads, the remaining gaps require timely attention to ensure full compliance with the Standard Framework. It noted that completion of end-to-end paving, provision of paved pathways and development of central verges are essential for effective control of road dust emissions, one of the major contributors to particulate air pollution in urban areas.

The Commission reiterated that proper paving of roads and adjoining pathways plays a vital role in minimising resuspension of dust caused by vehicular movement and enhances the effectiveness of mechanised road sweeping and other dust mitigation measures. The concerned authorities have been directed to expedite the remaining redevelopment works and ensure regular maintenance.

The Commission further emphasised that implementation of the Standard Framework by all road-owning agencies across Delhi-NCR remains critical for long-term mitigation of road dust. Inspection drives will continue across Delhi-NCR to monitor on-ground implementation of various air pollution control measures and facilitate timely corrective action wherever required.

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