Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:09pm on 17 Nov 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment
Delhi-NCR implemented GRAP Stage 4 anti-pollution measures on Monday after the Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a "severe plus" level of 457. Restrictions include a ban on diesel medium and heavy goods vehicles (BS-IV or below), except those carrying essentials. Non-essential light commercial vehicles and trucks entering Delhi are prohibited unless running on LNG, CNG, BS-VI diesel, or electric power. Classes 6-9 and 11 move online, and NCR offices must operate at 50% capacity. Vehicles contribute 15.8% of pollution, while stubble burning accounted for 25% on Saturday. PM2.5 remains the primary pollutant, posing significant health risks.
