In Short : The CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP has revoked Stage-III of the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire National Capital Region (NCR) with immediate effect. This decision indicates an improvement in air quality, leading to the relaxation of previously enforced pollution control measures. Authorities will continue monitoring the situation to ensure […]
CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP invokes Stage-III of revised GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect in an effort to prevent further deterioration of air quality in the region – EQ
In Short : The CAQM has enforced Stage-III of the revised Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across NCR to combat worsening air quality. Key measures include halting non-essential construction, restricting polluting industries, banning diesel generators, and intensifying dust control. These steps aim to prevent further deterioration and protect public health as the region faces severe […]
CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP revokes Stage-III of revised GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect – EQ
In Short : The CAQM has revoked Stage-III of GRAP across NCR as air quality improved due to favorable weather and rain, with Delhi’s AQI dropping to 334. Stages I and II remain in effect, and previously restricted activities require CAQM approval. Authorities continue monitoring air quality, urging citizens to follow guidelines to sustain improvements. […]
CAQM Sub-Committee on GRAP revokes Stage-IV of revised GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stage IV restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the NCR due to improved air quality. Truck entry into Delhi and linear public projects can now resume. However, Stage III measures, including bans on certain construction activities and restrictions on older […]
CAQM Sub-Committee invokes Stage-III of revised GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect, in an effort to prevent further deterioration of air quality in the region – EQ
In Short : The CAQM Sub-Committee has invoked Stage-III of the revised GRAP across the entire NCR with immediate effect to prevent further air quality deterioration. This step includes stricter measures to control emissions, curb pollution sources, and safeguard public health amid worsening air quality conditions in the region. In Detail : All actions as […]
CAQM Sub-Committee imposes Stage-IV (‘Severe+ Air Quality) of the GRAP schedule (issued on 13.12.2024) in the entire NCR, with immediate effect – EQ
In Short : The CAQM Sub-Committee has imposed Stage-IV (‘Severe+’ Air Quality) of the GRAP schedule, effective immediately across the entire NCR, as of December 13, 2024. This measure addresses critically high pollution levels, implementing strict restrictions to curb emissions and improve air quality, ensuring public health and environmental protection. In Detail : Delhi’s average […]
CAQM Sub-committee revokes Stage IV and Stage III of GRAP in the entire NCR with immediate effect in light of improvement in the average AQI of Delhi-NCR – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked Stages III and IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR, effective immediately, due to a notable improvement in air quality. The region’s Air Quality Index (AQI) recently recorded a “moderate” level of 165, the best for December so far. Restrictions […]
CAQM Approves Strengthened Measures to Curb Air Pollution from Construction and Demolition Activities – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has approved enhanced measures to control air pollution caused by construction and demolition activities. These measures include stricter dust suppression protocols, mandatory covering of materials, and better debris management. The initiative aims to improve air quality, particularly in urban areas, and aligns with efforts to […]
CAQM reviews sector specific enforcement actions taken by the concerned NCR State Governments/ GNCTD and Punjab to abate air pollution in the region, during the 18th meeting of the Sub-Committee on Safeguarding & Enforcement – EQ
In Short : The CAQM reviewed actions to control NCR air pollution, focusing on strict GRAP Stage-II enforcement. Key measures include addressing stubble burning, regulating vehicle emissions, banning firecrackers, and enhancing mechanized road sweeping and anti-smog systems. Authorities were directed to intensify inspections, penalize violations, and improve compliance in transport and industrial sectors. In Detail […]
CAQM invokes Stage-IV of the GRAP in the entire Delhi-NCR w.e.f. 08:00 AM of 18.11.2024 (tomorrow) in addition to all actions under Stage I, II and III to prevent further deterioration of air quality in the region – EQ
In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the entire Delhi-NCR region, starting at 08:00 AM on November 18, 2024. This decision comes in response to the deteriorating air quality, and Stage-IV measures will be implemented in addition to the actions under […]