Delhi Air Pollution: GRAP III Restrictions Reinvoked in National Capital As Air Quality Turns ‘Severe’

Delhi’s overall AQI has been steadily climbing today. At 10 am, it stood at 397, and by 4 pm, it reached 409. In response, the Central Agency for Quality Management (CAQM) has reactivated curbs under Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). This includes a ban on non-essential construction work, stone crushing, and mining in the Delhi-NCR region.

Drone Visual from South Extension (Photo Credit: ANI)

As air quality plunges to ‘Severe’ levels, the capital city has implemented urgent measures which includes Construction and Demolition Ban: All construction and demolition activities across the National Capital Region (NCR) are prohibited. Fuel Restrictions: The NCR State Governments and the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) will strictly regulate the use of BS III petrol and BS IV diesel in light motor vehicles. Schools Shift Online: Authorities may discontinue physical classes for children up to Class V, opting for online education instead. Delhi’s overall AQI has been steadily climbing today. At 10 am, it stood at 397, and by 4 pm, it reached 409. In response, the Central Agency for Quality Management (CAQM) has reactivated curbs under Stage-III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). This includes a ban on non-essential construction work, stone crushing, and mining in the Delhi-NCR region. The situation remains critical, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions. Delhi Air Pollution: Air Quality Dips to ‘Severe’ Levels at Several Sites in National Capital.

GRAP III Reinvoked in Delhi

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