Delhi-NCR Air Quality: GRAP Stage-I Revoked | AQI 140
- The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) rescinded Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action plan (GRAP) for the National Capital Region (NCR) on Sunday, citing improved air...
- While an AQI of 140 remains "unhealthy for sensitive groups," it is no longer in the "poor" category.
- The CAQM order stated that Delhi's AQI showed consistent improvement due to favorable weather.
Air quality in Delhi sees a welcome shift! stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is revoked as the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaches 140, moving from “poor” to “moderate” levels. After careful review andavorable weather forecasts, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) decided to lift the restrictions implemented on June 7th. Agencies in the NCR are still on alert, adhering to guidelines to sustain the betterment, preventing a potential decline in air quality. For timely updates on Delhi’s air quality and related measures, check out News Directory 3. Discover what’s next for the city’s pollution control efforts and the future of the secondary_keyword.
Delhi Air Quality Improves, Stage 1 GRAP Revoked
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) rescinded Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action plan (GRAP) for the National Capital Region (NCR) on Sunday, citing improved air quality in Delhi.The decision came as Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 140.
While an AQI of 140 remains “unhealthy for sensitive groups,” it is no longer in the “poor” category. The Sub-Committee on GRAP reviewed the air quality, consulting forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The CAQM order stated that Delhi’s AQI showed consistent improvement due to favorable weather. Forecasts from IMD/IITM predict the air quality index will remain mainly in the ‘moderate’ category in the coming days. The sub-committee then decided to revoke the order invoking actions under Stage-I of the GRAP in the NCR, effective immediately.
Authorities originally enforced Stage 1 of GRAP on June 7, as rising pollution pushed the AQI to 209.
The CAQM stressed that agencies in the NCR must continue to enforce all directives and guidelines to sustain the improved air quality and prevent a return to “poor” conditions. These include rules and regulations issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), the Central Pollution Control Board, and state governments.
What’s next
authorities will continue monitoring air quality and meteorological conditions to ensure sustained improvement and prevent a return to stricter pollution control measures. Continued vigilance and adherence to established guidelines are crucial to maintaining the current “moderate” air quality levels in Delhi.