Gurugram 50% Office Attendance Order (5–20 November 2026)

Gurugram: Air Pollution Control Measures and 50% Office Attendance Restrictions from 5 to 20 November 2026

Latest Update | Gurugram, Haryana | 5 November 2026

The Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram, has issued an order directing the implementation of precautionary measures to prevent and control air pollution in District Gurugram from 05 November 2026 to 20 November 2026 (both days inclusive).

The order has been issued in compliance with directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), exercising its powers under Section 12 of the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021.

The directions aim to reduce air pollution levels across Delhi-NCR during the period when air quality generally deteriorates due to seasonal conditions.

1. Background of the Order

According to the order, historical Air Quality Index (AQI) data for November 2018–2025 indicates a recurring pattern of elevated air pollution in Delhi-NCR during early to mid-November.

During this period, AQI levels have reached the 'Severe' and 'Severe+' categories on certain days. Therefore, preventive measures are necessary to minimise pollutant accumulation and reduce emissions at source.

District Gurugram has specifically been included among the districts where government and private offices are required to operate with reduced physical attendance.

2. Key Directions for Employers and Establishments

The following measures are required to be implemented within the revenue limits of District Gurugram from 05.11.2026 to 20.11.2026.

A. Restrictions on Construction and Demolition Activities

1. Dust-generating demolition and outdoor construction activities shall remain restricted throughout the district.

2. The restriction also applies to linear public projects, including:

• Highways and roads
• Flyovers and overbridges
• Power transmission lines
• Pipelines
• Telecommunication works

Exempted Projects:

The following projects are exempted from the above restrictions:

• Railways

• Metro services

• Airports

• Inter-State Bus Terminals

• Hospitals

• Water supply and sanitation projects

• National Security/Defence-related activities

• Projects of national importance

However, exempted projects must continue to follow dust mitigation norms and the applicable Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules.

B. 50% Physical Attendance in Government and Private Offices

One of the most important directions concerns the operation of government and private offices in District Gurugram.

As per the order:

1. All Haryana Government offices and private offices situated in District Gurugram shall operate with not more than 50% of their staff strength attending physically.

2. The remaining employees shall work from home.

3. Heads of Offices shall issue roster-wise attendance orders for their employees.

4. Industrial establishments and essential services, where this arrangement is not feasible, are exempted.

5. Private establishments must regulate their working hours and attendance accordingly.

6. Attendance rosters must be maintained and made available for inspection.

3. Compliance Responsibilities of Employers

All private companies, corporate offices and applicable establishments operating in Gurugram should take the following steps:

• Review the existing employee attendance arrangements.

• Prepare a roster ensuring that physical attendance does not exceed 50% of the total staff strength.

• Identify employees who can perform their duties through work-from-home arrangements.

• Issue appropriate internal instructions regarding office attendance.

• Maintain employee attendance records and roster details.

• Regulate office working hours and attendance arrangements.

• Keep the relevant compliance records available for inspection.

Employers should also assess whether their establishment falls under the industrial establishments or essential services exemption specified in the order.

4. Applicability and Effective Period

5. Important Advice for HR and Compliance Teams

HR departments, administration teams and business owners should review their employee attendance policies and implement the directions within the specified period.

Companies should ensure that:

• Employee attendance is monitored daily.

• Work-from-home arrangements are communicated clearly.

• Attendance rosters are properly documented.

• Exemptions are assessed based on the nature of the establishment and the applicable order.

• Construction and demolition activities are reviewed for compliance with the restrictions.

These measures are intended to support pollution control efforts while ensuring that essential operations continue.

6. Conclusion

The Gurugram administration has directed government and private offices to limit physical staff attendance to 50% and implement work-from-home arrangements for the remaining employees during the period from 05 November to 20 November 2026.

Employers, HR professionals and industrial establishments should carefully review the notification and take the necessary steps to comply with the applicable directions.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for general information based on the notification provided. Employers should refer to the original government order and applicable CAQM directions for complete details, exemptions and implementation requirements.

Official References

1. Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram – Order concerning air pollution control measures dated November 2026.

2. Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) – Order No. 12001/7/27/GRAP/2021/CAQM-1991(A), dated 30 October 2026.

3. Commission for Air Quality Management Act, 2021 – Section 12.

4. Construction and Demolition Waste Management Rules, as applicable.

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7. Official Government References and Links

I also located the following official government websites for adding references to your article:

1. District Administration, Gurugram: Official Gurugram Government Website – The district website lists an update concerning CAQM air quality management.

2. Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM): Official CAQM Website – Official orders, directions and air pollution control updates.

3. CAQM Act, 2021: India Code – Official Central Government Legislation Portal.

4. Original notification: The attached Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram order should also be uploaded or linked in the article as the primary reference.