CAQM asks Delhi–NCR states to postpone physical sports competitions in November–December
The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) wrote on 19 November 2025 to the governments of Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh to postpone physical sports competitions scheduled in November and December to protect students' health from air pollution.
Summary
CAQM's request, made in compliance with the Supreme Court's observations, followed a consultative meeting on 19 November with the Ministry of Education's school education department, NCR state governments, the Sports Authority of India and pollution control boards. The Commission said affected students should not be disadvantaged and asked NCR governments to reschedule events or offer alternative opportunities later.
Key facts
- Body
- CAQM
- Date
- 19 Nov 2025
- Addressed to
- Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh
- Request
- Postpone physical sports competitions in Nov–Dec
- Basis
- Supreme Court observations
Practice MCQs 1 questions
In November 2025, CAQM asked Delhi and NCR state governments to postpone physical sports competitions scheduled in which months?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — November and December
CAQM asked that physical sports competitions scheduled in November and December be postponed in view of air quality.