The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reintroduced&nbsp; the Stage III restrictions under the anti-pollution Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR on Thursday (Jan 9). This decision comes after air pollution levels rose just days after the previous restrictions were lifted on 5 January.
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According to the Commission, the measures were reinstated in line with the Supreme Court&rsquo;s directives to impose GRAP restrictions based on air quality trends. The statement from CAQM said, &ldquo;The AQI of Delhi, recorded as 297 on 8th January, exhibited a sharp increasing trend and was recorded at 357 at 4 pm on 9th January due to calm winds and foggy conditions.&rdquo;
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The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-capital-delhi-records-its-lowest-aqi-in-december-since-2015-8579584">Air Quality Index</a> (AQI) categorises air quality as follows: 0-50 is &lsquo;good,&rsquo; 51-100 &lsquo;satisfactory,&rsquo; 101-200 &lsquo;moderate,&rsquo; 201-300 &lsquo;poor,&rsquo; 301-400 &lsquo;very poor,&rsquo; and 401-500 &lsquo;severe.&rsquo;
<h2>Restrictions under Stage III of GRAP</h2>
The Stage III restrictions include:
A ban on private construction and demolition activities.
Schools up to Class 5 required to adopt a hybrid mode of learning.
Prohibition on the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers.
Restrictions on non-essential BS-IV diesel-operated medium goods vehicles.
Additionally, restrictions from Stage I and Stage II of GRAP remain in effect. The CAQM said that authorities would continue to monitor AQI levels across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) to assess the need for further action. 
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"Citizens are requested to strictly adhere to the citizen charter under GRAP Stage-III," the notice from CAQM added.
The Supreme Court had earlier instructed the CAQM to impose Stage III measures if AQI exceeded 350 and to introduce Stage IV restrictions if air quality worsened beyond 400.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: The Supreme Court had earlier instructed the CAQM to impose Stage III measures if AQI exceeded 350 and to introduce Stage IV restrictions if air quality worsened beyond 400.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) reintroduced the Stage III restrictions under the anti-pollution Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR on Thursday (Jan 9). This decision comes after air pollution levels rose just days after the previous restrictions were lifted on 5 January. Also read: Los Angeles fire: 2 dead, several 'significantly' injured as Palisades fire spreads across 2,000 acres According to the Commission, the measures were reinstated in line with the Supreme Court’s directives to impose GRAP restrictions based on air quality trends. The statement from CAQM said, “The AQI of Delhi, recorded as 297 on 8th January, exhibited a sharp increasing trend and was recorded at 357 at 4 pm on 9th January due to calm winds and foggy conditions.” Also read: India: Dense fog covers the national capital, mercury dips to 8°C The Air Quality Index (AQI) categorises air quality as follows: 0-50 is ‘good,’ 51-100 ‘satisfactory,’ 101-200 ‘moderate,’ 201-300 ‘poor,’ 301-400 ‘very poor,’ and 401-500 ‘severe.’ Restrictions under Stage III of GRAP The Stage III restrictions include: A ban on private construction and demolition activities. Schools up to Class 5 required to adopt a hybrid mode of learning. Prohibition on the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers. Restrictions on non-essential BS-IV diesel-operated medium goods vehicles. Additionally, restrictions from Stage I and Stage II of GRAP remain in effect. The CAQM said that authorities would continue to monitor AQI levels across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) to assess the need for further action. Also read: What led to Tirupati stampede? TTD apologises for ‘unfortunate incident’ "Citizens are requested to strictly adhere to the citizen charter under GRAP Stage-III," the notice from CAQM added. The Supreme Court had earlier instructed the CAQM to impose Stage III measures if AQI exceeded 350 and to introduce Stage IV restrictions if air quality worsened beyond 400. (With inputs from agencies)

GRAP III restrictions reinstated in Delhi-NCR as air quality drops to 'very poor'

The Indian government's panel on Delhi-NCR's air quality on Friday (Jan 3) brought back the stage 3 curbs under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) amid rise in air pollution levels. The downfall in air quality comes due to unfavourable meteorological conditions.&nbsp;
In a statement, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) said, "...the Sub Committee on GRAP hereby decides to invoke ALL actions under Stage-III ('Severe' Air Quality of Delhi) of the extant Schedule of GRAP, with immediate effect in right earnest by all the agencies concerned in Delhi-NCR, in addition to the Stage-1 actions already in force."
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"Actions under Stages I, II, &amp; III of the revised GRAP shall be implemented, monitored and reviewed by all the agencies concerned in the entire NCR to ensure that the AQI levels do not slip further. All implementing agencies shall keep strict vigil and intensify measures of the revised GRAP schedule," the statement added.&nbsp;
<h2>A look at the stage 3 of the GRAP</h2>
&gt; The third stage of the GRAP entails a ban on non-essential construction work.&nbsp;
&gt; Classes up to grade 5 are required to shift to hybrid mode. Parents and students have the option to choose online education wherever available.&nbsp;
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&gt; Under Stage 3, the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars (4-wheelers) is restricted in Delhi and nearby NCR districts.
&gt; Stage 3 also bans non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards in Delhi.&nbsp;
&gt; This stage also bans non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards in Delhi.
The stage was lifted last Friday but is back in force again.
<h2>Air quality predicted to deteriorate further&nbsp;</h2>
Delhi's AQI (Air Quality Index) was recorded at 375 at 7 pm IST today, according to the CAQM. This AQI means that the air quality falls in the "very poor" category.
​According to forecasts from the India Meteorological Department and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, the air quality&nbsp;is predicted to deteriorate further owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions.

The third stage of the GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan) was reimposed a week after it was lifted. The air quality is predicted to deteriorate further owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions.

The Indian government's panel on Delhi-NCR's air quality on Friday (Jan 3) brought back the stage 3 curbs under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) amid rise in air pollution levels. The downfall in air quality comes due to unfavourable meteorological conditions. In a statement, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) said, "...the Sub Committee on GRAP hereby decides to invoke ALL actions under Stage-III ('Severe' Air Quality of Delhi) of the extant Schedule of GRAP, with immediate effect in right earnest by all the agencies concerned in Delhi-NCR, in addition to the Stage-1 actions already in force." Also read | North India fog: Flights and trains delayed, IMD issues orange alert amid cold wave "Actions under Stages I, II, & III of the revised GRAP shall be implemented, monitored and reviewed by all the agencies concerned in the entire NCR to ensure that the AQI levels do not slip further. All implementing agencies shall keep strict vigil and intensify measures of the revised GRAP schedule," the statement added. A look at the stage 3 of the GRAP > The third stage of the GRAP entails a ban on non-essential construction work. > Classes up to grade 5 are required to shift to hybrid mode. Parents and students have the option to choose online education wherever available. Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) invokes Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR. pic.twitter.com/CuO30PVD6o — ANI (@ANI) January 3, 2025 > Under Stage 3, the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars (4-wheelers) is restricted in Delhi and nearby NCR districts. > Stage 3 also bans non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards in Delhi. > This stage also bans non-essential diesel-operated medium goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards in Delhi. The stage was lifted last Friday but is back in force again. Air quality predicted to deteriorate further Delhi's AQI (Air Quality Index) was recorded at 375 at 7 pm IST today, according to the CAQM. This AQI means that the air quality falls in the "very poor" category. According to forecasts from the India Meteorological Department and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, the air quality is predicted to deteriorate further owing to unfavourable meteorological conditions.

Indian govt reimposes GRAP-3 curbs in Delhi-NCR amid rise in air pollution levels

Delhi-NCR once again implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Monday, December 16, after the air quality in the national capital declined rapidly amid the cold wave and&nbsp;the city breached the 400 mark on the Air Quality Index.

This comes hours after the&nbsp;Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed GRAP Stage-III when the AQI in Delhi was recorded at around 300.

Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage IV of GRAP. It includes restrictions on vehicles with high emissions, minimising vehicular congestion by authorities, a ban on non-essential construction and demolition activities, and ordering hybrid mode for classes up to the primary.

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The deteriorating air quality in Delhi is a recurring issue in winter from November to January. Due to low temperatures, high humidity, and reduced winds during these months, the pollutants get trapped in the atmosphere closer to the ground, making the situation worse for the residents and impacting their health.

<h2>What is GRAP Stage IV?</h2>

GRAP-IV&nbsp;are the measures implemented in Delhi-NCR amid the rising air pollution crisis. These guidelines are aimed at controlling the air pollution. The GRAP is divided into four stages, depending on the air quality prevailing in the city.

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<h3>What is not allowed in GRAP-IV?</h3>

<ul>
	<li>Construction activities are banned in Delhi-NCR.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Schools in Delhi-NCR are to conduct classes in online mode. Workplaces are advised to operate with 50 per cent of their staff working from home.</li>
	<li>Trucks carrying non-essential goods will be banned from entering Delhi, except those running on LNG, CNG, or electricity.</li>
	<li>Non-essential diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards are banned in Delhi.</li>
	<li>Non-essential light commercial vehicles that are registered outside Delhi are not allowed to enter Delhi, except those running on EV, CNG or BS-VI diesel.</li>
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<ul>
	<li>Small personal constructions are allowed.</li>
	<li>Vehicles carrying essential goods are allowed to enter Delhi.</li>
	<li>Trucks operating on LNG, CNG, or electric energy are allowed in Delhi.</li>
	<li>Trucks and commercial vehicles adhering to BS-VI diesel emissions standards are allowed in Delhi.</li>
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Delhi-NCR once again implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Monday, December 16, after the air quality in the national capital declined rapidly amid the cold wave and the city breached the 400 mark on the Air Quality Index.

Delhi-NCR once again implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Monday, December 16, after the air quality in the national capital declined rapidly amid the cold wave and the city breached the 400 mark on the Air Quality Index. This comes hours after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed GRAP Stage-III when the AQI in Delhi was recorded at around 300. Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage IV of GRAP. It includes restrictions on vehicles with high emissions, minimising vehicular congestion by authorities, a ban on non-essential construction and demolition activities, and ordering hybrid mode for classes up to the primary. Also read | India: One Nation One Election bill likely to be tabled in parliament tomorrow The deteriorating air quality in Delhi is a recurring issue in winter from November to January. Due to low temperatures, high humidity, and reduced winds during these months, the pollutants get trapped in the atmosphere closer to the ground, making the situation worse for the residents and impacting their health. What is GRAP Stage IV? GRAP-IV are the measures implemented in Delhi-NCR amid the rising air pollution crisis. These guidelines are aimed at controlling the air pollution. The GRAP is divided into four stages, depending on the air quality prevailing in the city. Also read | Srinagar-New Delhi connectivity via railway link to be launched on Jan 26 What is not allowed in GRAP-IV? Construction activities are banned in Delhi-NCR. Schools in Delhi-NCR are to conduct classes in online mode. Workplaces are advised to operate with 50 per cent of their staff working from home. Trucks carrying non-essential goods will be banned from entering Delhi, except those running on LNG, CNG, or electricity. Non-essential diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards are banned in Delhi. Non-essential light commercial vehicles that are registered outside Delhi are not allowed to enter Delhi, except those running on EV, CNG or BS-VI diesel. × What is allowed under GRAP-IV? Small personal constructions are allowed. Vehicles carrying essential goods are allowed to enter Delhi. Trucks operating on LNG, CNG, or electric energy are allowed in Delhi. Trucks and commercial vehicles adhering to BS-VI diesel emissions standards are allowed in Delhi. (With inputs from agencies)

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Delhi-NCR once again implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Monday, December 16, after the air quality in the national capital declined rapidly amid the cold wave and the city breached the 400 mark on the Air Quality Index.
This comes hours after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed GRAP Stage-III when the AQI in Delhi was recorded at around 300.
Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage IV of GRAP. It includes restrictions on vehicles with high emissions, minimising vehicular congestion by authorities, a ban on non-essential construction and demolition activities, and ordering hybrid mode for classes up to the primary.
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The deteriorating air quality in Delhi is a recurring issue in winter from November to January. Due to low temperatures, high humidity, and reduced winds during these months, the pollutants get trapped in the atmosphere closer to the ground, making the situation worse for the residents and impacting their health.
<h2>What is GRAP Stage IV?</h2>
GRAP-IV are the measures implemented in Delhi-NCR amid the rising air pollution crisis. These guidelines are aimed at controlling the air pollution. The GRAP is divided into four stages, depending on the air quality prevailing in the city.
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<h3>What is not allowed in GRAP-IV?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Construction activities are banned in Delhi-NCR. </li>
<li>Schools in Delhi-NCR are to conduct classes in online mode. Workplaces are advised to operate with 50 per cent of their staff working from home.</li>
<li>Trucks carrying non-essential goods will be banned from entering Delhi, except those running on LNG, CNG, or electricity.</li>
<li>Non-essential diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards are banned in Delhi.</li>
<li>Non-essential light commercial vehicles that are registered outside Delhi are not allowed to enter Delhi, except those running on EV, CNG or BS-VI diesel.</li>
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<li>Vehicles carrying essential goods are allowed to enter Delhi.</li>
<li>Trucks operating on LNG, CNG, or electric energy are allowed in Delhi.</li>
<li>Trucks and commercial vehicles adhering to BS-VI diesel emissions standards are allowed in Delhi.</li>
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Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage III of GRAP



New Delhi, India Delhi-NCR once again implemented Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Monday, December 16, after the air quality in the national capital declined rapidly amid the cold wave and the city breached the 400 mark on the Air Quality Index. This comes hours after the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed GRAP Stage-III when the AQI in Delhi was recorded at around 300. Earlier, the GRAP Stage-III and IV restrictions were revoked in the national capital on December 5 after the air quality improved in the region. However, the AQI levels dipped once again in Delhi, prompting the centre’s air quality panel to re-invoke Stage IV of GRAP. It includes restrictions on vehicles with high emissions, minimising vehicular congestion by authorities, a ban on non-essential construction and demolition activities, and ordering hybrid mode for classes up to the primary. Also read | India: One Nation One Election bill likely to be tabled in parliament tomorrow The deteriorating air quality in Delhi is a recurring issue in winter from November to January. Due to low temperatures, high humidity, and reduced winds during these months, the pollutants get trapped in the atmosphere closer to the ground, making the situation worse for the residents and impacting their health. What is GRAP Stage IV? GRAP-IV are the measures implemented in Delhi-NCR amid the rising air pollution crisis. These guidelines are aimed at controlling the air pollution. The GRAP is divided into four stages, depending on the air quality prevailing in the city. Also read | Srinagar-New Delhi connectivity via railway link to be launched on Jan 26 What is not allowed in GRAP-IV? Construction activities are banned in Delhi-NCR. Schools in Delhi-NCR are to conduct classes in online mode. Workplaces are advised to operate with 50 per cent of their staff working from home. Trucks carrying non-essential goods will be banned from entering Delhi, except those running on LNG, CNG, or electricity. Non-essential diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles with BS-IV or older standards are banned in Delhi. Non-essential light commercial vehicles that are registered outside Delhi are not allowed to enter Delhi, except those running on EV, CNG or BS-VI diesel. × What is allowed under GRAP-IV? Small personal constructions are allowed. Vehicles carrying essential goods are allowed to enter Delhi. Trucks operating on LNG, CNG, or electric energy are allowed in Delhi. Trucks and commercial vehicles adhering to BS-VI diesel emissions standards are allowed in Delhi. (With inputs from agencies)

With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) staying at 'severe' level for two days in a row, the Delhi government has decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). These new actions will be effective from 8:00 AM&nbsp;on Friday (November 15).

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) made the decision to elevate the response to GRAP Stage 3 due to Delhi's AQI consistently surpassing 400, accompanied by heavy smog that has reduced visibility to nearly zero.

<h2>What is GRAP?</h2>

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is a set of measures aimed at managing air pollution in Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR). Stage 3 of GRAP comes into effect when the AQI reaches ‘severe’ levels.

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<h2>Restrictions under GRAP Stage 3</h2>

Under Stage 3, construction and demolition activities will be suspended, along with all non-essential mining. Interstate buses that are not electric, CNG, or compliant with BS-VI standards will be restricted entry. There will also be increased water sprinkling on major roads to control dust.

Delhi CM Atishi posted on X, "Due to rising pollution levels, all primary schools in Delhi will be shifting to online classes, until further directions."

Use of diesel generators will be limited to emergencies. To discourage private vehicle use, parking fees will be raised, among other measures.

GRAP is enforced in four stages:

<ul>
	<li>Stage I for ‘Poor’ AQI (201-300)</li>
	<li>Stage II for ‘Very Poor’ AQI (301-400)</li>
	<li>Stage III for ‘Severe’ AQI (401-450)</li>
	<li>Stage IV for ‘Severe Plus’ AQI (above 450)</li>
</ul>

Stage II of GRAP was already in place in Delhi since October, following AQI levels exceeding 300.

Earlier on Thursday, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai had said GRAP-3 would not be implemented.

"For the last two days, for the first time this season, AQI has gone above 400 in Delhi. Many people have questions in their minds about why the AQI, which was in the 'poor' or 'very poor' category since October 14, suddenly went into the 'severe' category," he said.

"Meteorologists have reported that due to snowfall in the mountains, a drop in the temperature of Delhi has been recorded. Due to this, dry conditions have been created in the morning and evening in the entirety of north India," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) staying at 'severe' level for two days in a row, the Delhi government has decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) staying at 'severe' level for two days in a row, the Delhi government has decided to implement more stringent pollution control measures under Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). These new actions will be effective from 8:00 AM on Friday (November 15). The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) made the decision to elevate the response to GRAP Stage 3 due to Delhi's AQI consistently surpassing 400, accompanied by heavy smog that has reduced visibility to nearly zero. What is GRAP? The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is a set of measures aimed at managing air pollution in Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR). Stage 3 of GRAP comes into effect when the AQI reaches ‘severe’ levels. Also read: Indian Coast Guard conducts Pollution Response Exercise off Odisha Restrictions under GRAP Stage 3 Under Stage 3, construction and demolition activities will be suspended, along with all non-essential mining. Interstate buses that are not electric, CNG, or compliant with BS-VI standards will be restricted entry. There will also be increased water sprinkling on major roads to control dust. Delhi CM Atishi posted on X, "Due to rising pollution levels, all primary schools in Delhi will be shifting to online classes, until further directions." Use of diesel generators will be limited to emergencies. To discourage private vehicle use, parking fees will be raised, among other measures. GRAP is enforced in four stages: Stage I for ‘Poor’ AQI (201-300) Stage II for ‘Very Poor’ AQI (301-400) Stage III for ‘Severe’ AQI (401-450) Stage IV for ‘Severe Plus’ AQI (above 450) Stage II of GRAP was already in place in Delhi since October, following AQI levels exceeding 300. Earlier on Thursday, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai had said GRAP-3 would not be implemented. "For the last two days, for the first time this season, AQI has gone above 400 in Delhi. Many people have questions in their minds about why the AQI, which was in the 'poor' or 'very poor' category since October 14, suddenly went into the 'severe' category," he said. "Meteorologists have reported that due to snowfall in the mountains, a drop in the temperature of Delhi has been recorded. Due to this, dry conditions have been created in the morning and evening in the entirety of north India," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Stricter GRAP-III pollution curbs imposed as Delhi chokes amid ‘severe’ air quality

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