The air in Delhi and its surrounding areas has become poisonous. The condition of Delhiites has worsened due to dense fog and haze. In view of the increasing pollution, the fourth phase of GRAP restrictions have been implemented from Monday morning. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has implemented the revised GRAP-IV in the entire NCR.
Not only this, seeing the poison spreading in Delhi’s air, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said in a press conference that it has become extremely necessary to make artificial rain in view of the deteriorating level of air pollution. Along with this, he has also sought time from the Union Environment Minister for an emergency meeting.
Delhi government’s decisions in view of rising pollution
- BS-III petrol four-wheeler vehicles, BS-IV diesel vehicles banned
- All trucks and diesel buses coming from outside have been banned
- Schools were also closed for 10th and 12th
- Work is going on on work from home, will implement it soon
- Asked for time from Union Environment Minister for an emergency meeting.
- Discussion on odd-even continues, but experts say that we have implemented many restrictions. People are wondering how much impact it will have.
AQI reached 999 in many areas of the capital
The level of air quality in the capital is falling. It is becoming difficult for people to leave their homes and even breathe outside. In most areas of Delhi, the AQI has reached close to 500. In many areas it has reached 999.
Let us tell you that GRAP-1 is applicable when AQI is between 201 to 300. GRAP-II is applicable when AQI is in 301-400, while GRAP-III is applicable when AQI is in the range of 401-450 and GRAP-IV is applicable when AQI goes above 450.
