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7mo ago

Delhi Implements Anti-Pollution Measures Amid Worsening Air Quality

The city enforces a firecracker ban and activates Stage 1 of the Graded Response Action Plan to combat deteriorating air quality.

In this photograph taken on September 26, 2024, a worker tapes cartons of firecrackers at a factory, on the outskirts of Sivakasi in India's Tamil Nadu state, ahead of Diwali, the festival of lights.
The blanket ban is part of the government’s broader initiative to mitigate air pollution and protect public health. (AFP photo)
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Overview

  • Delhi's air quality index (AQI) has consistently been in the 'poor' category, prompting immediate environmental measures.
  • The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 1 includes restrictions on construction activities, diesel generators, and open waste burning.
  • A complete ban on the production, sale, and use of all types of firecrackers has been imposed until January 1, 2025, to curb pollution during the festive season.
  • Authorities are monitoring pollution from local sources and stubble burning in neighboring states, which contribute significantly to the city's air quality issues.
  • Residents are encouraged to adopt eco-friendly practices, including avoiding firecrackers and using public transport, to help reduce pollution levels.