Graded Response Action Plan
Delhi Chokes Under Severe Air Pollution: AQI Reaches 456, Flight and Train Operations Disrupted
Dec 15, 2025 02:17 pm CST
Delhi is experiencing severe air pollution with AQI reaching 456, marking the season's second-worst air quality day. The thick smog has caused approximately 100 flight cancellations, 300+ delays at Delhi airport, and 90+ train delays. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented Stage IV measures under GRAP, including construction bans and work-from-home directives for 50% of office staff.
Delhi Bans Coal and Firewood in Restaurant Tandoors to Combat High Pollution Levels
Dec 10, 2025 02:38 am CST
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee has banned the use of coal and firewood in restaurant tandoors across the city due to persistently high pollution levels. All commercial food establishments must now switch to electric, gas-based, or clean-fuel appliances as part of the Graded Response Action Plan to improve Delhi's air quality.
Delhi Implements Stricter Anti-Pollution Measures as Air Quality Deteriorates to Very Poor Levels
Nov 22, 2025 05:33 pm CST
Delhi has intensified its anti-pollution measures with the Commission for Air Quality Management revising the Graded Response Action Plan as winter approaches. With the capital recording an AQI of 360, classified as 'very poor', authorities have moved GRAP-IV restrictions to GRAP-III level, potentially implementing 50% work-from-home policies for offices and postponing school sporting events to combat the deteriorating air quality in the National Capital Region.
Delhi Implements GRAP-3 as Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Severe' Levels: What You Need to Know
Nov 11, 2025 01:20 pm CST
Delhi has activated Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-3) after air quality reached 'Severe' levels with an AQI of 425. This implementation brings strict restrictions on construction activities, vehicle usage, and school operations while aiming to combat dangerous pollution levels. Despite this surge, overall air quality metrics for 2025 show improvement compared to previous years, with significant reductions in farm fires across Punjab and Haryana.
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: Thick Haze Blankets Capital as AQI Remains 'Very Poor' Despite Residents' Protests
Nov 10, 2025 12:04 pm CST
Delhi continues to struggle with dangerous air quality levels as the AQI hovers at 345, placing most areas in the 'very poor' to 'severe' category. Despite slight improvements from Sunday's readings, thick smog envelops the capital region while authorities hold off on implementing stricter GRAP-3 restrictions. Concerned residents staged protests at India Gate demanding immediate government action to address this ongoing public health emergency affecting millions across the National Capital Region.