Delhi Air: AQI crosses 400 mark, GRAP 4 implemented, amid dangerous pollution level

Delhi Air:  Pollution level has once again become dangerous in Delhi. According to the latest information, pollution was recorded at 416 at 5 am. AQI level is above 400 in most areas. The most serious situation has been recorded in Anand Vihar and Jahangirpur. AQI is 464 at both places. AQI is above 400 in most areas of Delhi. GRAP 4 has been implemented in view of the serious situation in Delhi since last night.

AQI crosses 400 at 29 out of 37 in Delhi

However, this decision was taken after the Air Quality Index reached the severe category. Under GRAP-IV, many strict restrictions will be implemented in the area, including a complete ban on construction and demolition activities, prevention of polluting activities in industries and strict rules on the operation of diesel vehicles. 'Pollution Points' have been set up in 37 areas of Delhi, where pollution levels are measured. Today (17 December), AQI has crossed 400 at 29 of these 37 'Pollution Points'. Its list is given below.

Air quality has started deteriorating in NCR too

Greater Noida - 396

Ghaziabad - 376

Noida - 380

Gurugram - 313

Faridabad - 260

The air in Delhi has become absolutely calm, due to which pollution has increased rapidly. Apart from this, fog has also started wreaking havoc in Delhi. Along with this, the temperature is also falling. However, at 5.30 am, the temperature in Delhi was 7 ° C, which is a slight increase compared to yesterday's temperature of 4.5 ° C.

These restrictions imposed in Delhi-NCR

In view of the dangerous level of air pollution in Delhi and NCR under GRAP Stage-4, new guidelines have been issued on classes. Studies from class VI to IX and XI in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Noida will now be conducted in hybrid mode. Hybrid mode means that students can use both physical and online mode options. This step has been taken giving priority to the safety of children's health. Due to air pollution, the compulsion of physical presence in schools has been abolished and an online option has also been given. The government has directed all schools to follow this decision.

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How is air quality measured?

If the AQI of a place is between 201 to 300 then the AQI of that area is considered 'bad'. If the AQI is between 301 to 400 then it is considered 'very bad' and if the AQI is between 401 to 500 then it is considered in the 'severe' category. Air pollution can cause many types of diseases. On this basis, GRAP category restrictions are imposed in Delhi-NCR. Currently, GRAP stage 1 and 2 restrictions are in force in Delhi.