Delhi's Air Hits Danger Zone: GRAP Stage-III Activated

The Commission for Air Quality Management activated GRAP curbs as Delhi's air quality worsened. The AQI rose from 343 to 354 in a day, with forecasts predicting it may breach 400, a 'severe' level. The GRAP Stage-III measures are now in effect to combat the escalating pollution.

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas invoked restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as air quality continues to deteriorate.

According to officials, Delhi's AQI increased from 343 to 354 from Thursday to Friday, with forecasts signaling potential escalation to 'severe' levels due to adverse meteorological conditions.

The CAQM sub-committee on GRAP has activated Stage-III measures in the entire NCR to counteract worsening air quality, influenced by slow wind speeds, and lack of pollutant dispersal.

(With inputs from agencies.)