Air quality has improved due to light rain in Delhi and surrounding cities. After this the authorities imposed charges due to pollution GRAP-4 The restrictions have been lifted. Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) issued a statement saying that Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) The strict rules of the fourth phase implemented under this have now been abolished. However, the rules of GRAP-3 will still remain in effect.
Reason for removal of GRAP-4
CAQM said, “Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) had reached 386, and was rising rapidly, causing it to cross the 400 mark. “In view of this situation, both GRAP-III and GRAP-IV phases were implemented.”
But, after the improvement in air quality, it has now been decided to remove GRAP-4.
AQI of Delhi today
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) According to , today Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) has been recorded at 302, which falls in the ‘very poor’ category. However, it remains below the ‘critical’ level of 400, which no longer requires GRAP-4 restrictions.
situation of the coming days
According to the Meteorological Department (IMD) and the Institute of Air Quality Modeling (IITM):
- Delhi’s air quality will remain in the lower ‘very poor’ category in the coming days.
- Some stability in pollution levels is expected due to light rain and better weather conditions.
Importance of the steps of GRAP
Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)is implemented in four phases to control air pollution.
- GRAP-4: The most severe level, when AQI goes above 400.
- GRAP-3: The ‘very poor’ category (AQI 300-400) applies during the period and includes measures such as restrictions on industrial activities.
