Delhi-NCR imposes Stage-IV restrictions due to severe air pollution, banning construction, stone crushers, and restricting vehicle entry, except for essential services and eco-friendly vehicles, to mitigate AQI levels exceeding 386.
New Delhi: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has imposed Stage-IV restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) rose sharply to 386 on Wednesday.
According to the CAQM, the AQI is expected to breach the 400 mark due to dense foggy conditions and low temperatures.
These restrictions aim to mitigate the severe air pollution in Delhi-NCR. The CAQM will continue to monitor the situation and adjust restrictions accordingly. During the winter months, the CAQM imposes restrictions under the GRAP in Delhi-NCR, classifying air quality into four stages based on the AQI levels. Stage 1 is categorized as "Poor," with an AQI ranging from 201 to 300. Stage 2, "Very Poor," corresponds to an AQI between 301 and 400. Stage 3, labeled "Severe," covers an AQI range of 401 to 450. Finally, Stage 4, or "Severe Plus," is declared when the AQI exceeds 450.