Delhi-NCR Enforces GRAP Stage II as Air Quality Deteriorates Ahead of Diwali
Delhi-NCR has entered Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) following a sharp rise in air pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching the 'very poor' category, peaking at 324 and later crossing 450 in some areas. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) imposed immediate restrictions including intensified road cleaning, dust control, vehicle emission checks, bans on coal and firewood use, and increased public transport services. Authorities warned that unfavorable weather and stubble burning in neighboring states may keep pollution levels high ahead of Diwali. Schools remain open as closures are reserved for higher GRAP stages.
First-hand measurement across 15 sources
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (25–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
timesnow broke this story on 3 Nov, 01:28 am. Other outlets followed.