Advisory Issued by the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram — Key Compliance Takeaways

Based on the advisory issued by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram, the following points are relevant for employers, HR heads, and compliance professionals:

1. Statutory Background

• The advisory is issued pursuant to the order of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invoking Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi & NCR.

• Under Stage-IV GRAP, State Governments / GNCTD are empowered to regulate office attendance to curb vehicular and human movement.

2. Direction to Private Establishments

3. Effective Date & Validity

4. Nature of the Advisory

• Though termed an “advisory,” it flows from a CAQM order under GRAP Stage-IV, which carries regulatory force.

• Non-compliance may attract scrutiny under:

  • Environmental protection directions, and

  • District administration enforcement powers during GRAP implementation.

5. Practical Compliance Guidance for Employers

• Issue an internal circular / SOP documenting:

  • 50% WFH roster or rotational attendance,

  • Identification of essential on-site roles.

• Maintain attendance and WFH records for inspection, if required.

• Align transport, canteen, and shift policies with reduced physical attendance.

• No change is mandated to wages, continuity of service, or statutory benefits merely due to WFH.

6. Applicability Clarification

• Applies to private institutions and corporate offices in Gurugram District.

• Public, municipal, and other establishments remain subject to separate Government decisions under GRAP.

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