Delhi-NCR to implement stricter GRAP Stage 4 restrictions from Monday as air quality remains ‘severe’
The Delhi-NCR region will implement additional restrictions from Monday morning amid worsening air quality. The decision was taken during an emergency meeting on Sunday evening as the AQI rose to 441 by 4:00 pm and then escalated to 457 by 7:00 pm.
The Stage-IV response encompasses an 8-point action plan designed to mitigate the pollution crisis. Key measures include banning the entry of non-essential truck traffic into Delhi and restricting the entry of light commercial vehicles registered outside the city.
Chief Minister Atishi indicated that all schools in Delhi have been asked to discontinue in person classes until further others — except for Class 11 and 12. A similar work-from-home arrangement is also being considered for central government employees.
The curbs will come into effect across the entire National Capital Region from 8:00 am on Monday. According to the order issued by the Commission for Air Quality Management, restrictive actions mentioned under the first three stages of the GRAP will also remain in force.
The Sub-Committee has also extended the ban on construction and demolition activities to include public infrastructure projects like highways, roads, flyovers, and power transmission lines.08:00 AM of 18.11.2024 (tomorrow) in the entire NCR
(With inputs from agencies)
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17 Nov 2024, 09:24 PM IST
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