India, Sept. 28 -- The Delhi government has announced a series of measures to curb winter air pollution in the national capital, including a complete ban on construction and demolition activities during the peak pollution period. Real estate developers said steps to control pollution were necessary, but called for a balanced and clearly defined approach, with specific timelines and guidelines, to achieve environmental objectives without causing undue disruption to people and businesses dependent on the sector.

Construction curbs are part of a broader set of measures announced by the Delhi government to combat winter air pollution. Other measures include restrictions on vehicles and private transport, stricter norms requiring valid pollut...