Delhi-NCR Faces Stricter Measures as Air Quality Worsens

In response to escalating pollution levels, the Commission for Air Quality Management has imposed Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan in Delhi-NCR. This includes stringent restrictions on construction activities and vehicle entry to curb pollutants amid challenging weather conditions.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) enforced the toughest measures on Saturday under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) due to rising pollution levels in Delhi-NCR.

The decision to implement Stage III of GRAP was made earlier in the day as air quality continued to deteriorate dramatically. However, by evening, an emergency meeting was held as the Air Quality Index (AQI) climbed further.

In response, Stage IV actions were enforced, including a complete halt on construction activities and restrictions on diesel vehicles, to combat persistent poor air dispersion caused by unfavorable meteorological conditions.

(With inputs from agencies.)