GRAP-IV curbs imposed in Delhi from Monday as air quality deteriorates to 'severe plus' category

Published On : 2024-11-17T21:23:34+0530 [ IST ] | Author : Mayur_Tembhare
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The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Sunday announced the enforcement of Stage-IV (Severe+) actions under the revised Graded Response Action Plan(GRAP) in Delhi-NCR. The measures will take effect from 8 a.m.

This decision was made after an urgent meeting of the GRAP sub-committee on November 17 which reviewed the current air quality, meteorological conditions and forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology

As part of the Stage-IV measures Delhi govt has been advised to consider transitioning physical classes for grades VI to IX and XI to online mode. Authorities are also urged to implement a 50% workforce policy for public, municipal and private offices allowing the remaining employees to work remotely

The decision came after a high-level review meeting chaired by CAQM Member Sujit Kumar Bajpayee on Saturday. Officials stressed the critical need for strict enforcement of GRAP measures particularly as winter months typically associated with higher pollution levels

Stage IV actions build on the measures implemented under Stages I, II and III which remain in force. Daily reports from implementing authorities have been monitored through the GRAP Monitoring Control Room underscoring the need for immediate, coordinated action to curb air pollution.

The CAQM reiterated the importance of strict adherence to GRAP guidelines available on its official website and urged enforcement agencies to take decisive steps to mitigate pollution.

Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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