DELHI POLLUTION NEWS
Are Delhi schools closed today? Students confused over reintroduction of GRAP IV restrictions
Delhi-NCR reinstitutes GRAP IV restrictions due to severe air pollution, pushing AQI past 400. Schools, excluding classes 10 and 12, revert to online learning. Non-essential truck entry is restricted, and construction activities, including linear public projects, are halted. Work-from-home is encouraged for offices. Residents are urged to minimize outdoor activities and adhere to health advisories.
India has an inherent expertise to increase population & automobile numbers: Nitin Gadkari
Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari highlighted India's expertise in increasing both population and automobile numbers, especially in cities like Delhi, where parking is scarce. He emphasized the need to strengthen public transport to reduce car numbers. Gadkari also stated that India's road infrastructure would soon surpass America's, boosting the economy and improving logistics.
Your toilet could be the reason behind Delhi’s highest Yamuna pollution since 2020
Delhi's Yamuna River faced severe pollution in November. Fecal pollution hit a four-year high. Untreated sewage is a major source. The river's biochemical oxygen demand worsened. Dissolved oxygen levels plummeted at certain points. Experts stress the urgent need for complete sewage treatment.
Ganga water in Haridwar is 'B' class, unsafe for drinking: Pollution Board
The Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board found the Ganga river water in Haridwar to be in the 'B' category, which means it is unsuitable for drinking but safe for bathing. The test was conducted in November. Pollution, especially from human waste, is a major concern. Other rivers in India, like the Yamuna in Delhi, are also heavily polluted.
Nitin Gadkari has a solution to stop Delhi’s pollution problem
As Delhi battles its worsening air quality, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari proposed a shift to CNG-powered transportation as a solution to the city's pollution crisis. This comes after Delhi woke up to thick smog and an AQI of 274, categorized as "poor." Gadkari emphasized the need for alternatives like biofuels and electric vehicles for sustainable development.
Thin layer of smog engulfs Delhi; AQI remains in 'poor' category
Smog enveloped many areas of Delhi on Tuesday, with the air quality index (AQI) staying in the 'poor' category. Several locations showed reduced visibility due to the smog. The Supreme Court refused to relax anti-pollution measures and emphasized better coordination among authorities. Government officials were instructed to attend the next hearing virtually.
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Delhi breathes easier as AQI improves slightly
Delhi's air quality improved slightly but remained in the 'poor' category with an AQI of 273 on Monday morning. This improvement followed 32 consecutive days of 'very poor' and 'severe' air quality. Experts attributed this change to dry northwesterly winds and ample sunlight. The air quality remains harmful to sensitive groups.
India's cleanest cities struggle with pollution despite top rankings
Indore, India's cleanest city for 7 years, saw a 21% increase in PM10 pollution levels in 2023-24 compared to 2017-18, joining 30 other cities with rising air pollution. Despite improvements in sanitation, cities like Navi Mumbai and Vizag reported significant increases in PM10, with Vizag seeing a 58% rise.
Winters of despair: How Delhi's annual pollution curbs affect construction workers
The halt in construction due to pollution in Delhi-NCR significantly impacts thousands of workers who lose not just wages but also their means to support their families. Migrant workers face debt cycles, limited job availability, and health issues, while government efforts to provide aid remain insufficient.
Delhi's business suffers Rs 2,500-crore blow amid pollution, GRAP-4 restrictions: CTI
Air pollution in Delhi-NCR has caused a significant business loss of Rs 2,500 crore over the past month. The ban on commercial vehicles and reduced market visitors have hit trade, industry, and tourism hard. The toxic air quality has deterred shoppers and postponed events. Construction work bans have delayed projects and traders are urging authorities to address the crisis.
Delhi Air pollution: GRAP IV measures except relating to schools will continue to operate till December 2, says SC
The court strongly criticised the Delhi government, police, and other authorities for failing to prevent the entry of lorries into the city, a key GRAP-IV directive. It urged the CAQM to expedite actions against those found guilty of non-compliance.
Schools in Delhi-NCR to now operate in hybrid mode following SC's nudge
The Supreme Court directed Delhi schools to adopt hybrid learning for all classes until further notice. While acknowledging the impact of online classes on students' access to meals and resources, the court urged the CAQM to consider resuming in-person classes. However, existing anti-pollution measures remain in effect due to persistent high AQI levels.
Delhi air quality: Capital city slips back into hazardous category, re-enters 'severe' zone with Saturday AQI at 420
Delhi experienced severe air quality on Saturday morning. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 420. Nine monitoring stations reported AQI levels exceeding 450, categorised as 'severe plus'. The minimum temperature was 11.4 degrees Celsius. The city's air quality has been poor for over 20 days, fluctuating between 'very poor' and 'severe' categories.
From ‘severe’ to ‘very poor’: Delhi breathes easier, but ‘very poor’ air still fuels health complaints
Delhi's air quality remains in the ‘very poor’ category with an AQI of 381 as of Thursday morning, following days of 'severe plus' conditions. Stricter measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) have been activated, including school closures and construction bans. Residents voiced concerns about health risks and urged stronger action. Toxic foam persists on the Yamuna River, and the city recorded its coldest night at 11.2°C. Mask advisories and staggered office timings aim to mitigate impacts as visibility worsens.
Delhi air quality dips back into 'severe' category; smog reduces visibility as AQI touches low levels
Delhi’s air quality has once again plunged into the 'severe' category, with the AQI reaching 424 on Wednesday morning. The city continues to be engulfed by thick smog, disrupting daily life and causing delays in train services. A toxic foam has appeared in sections of the Yamuna River, highlighting the scale of pollution. Authorities have enacted Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), including vehicle restrictions and school closures, while Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has urged for cloud seeding to combat the smog. The Supreme Court has also called for strict enforcement of anti-pollution measures.
From sweeping to greening, delay by Delhi proves costly
Delhi is facing scrutiny for missing crucial air quality targets despite the pollution season looming. The city lags in road dust control, with insufficient mechanical sweeping and green cover. Delays in e-bus procurement and legacy waste management have further compounded the issue.
Delhi pollution: AAP govt asks Centre for artificial rains in national capital to combat smog
Delhi Minister Gopal Rai asked the central government to make it rain artificially to clean the city's bad air. He said the environment minister is not acting on Delhi's requests for an emergency pollution meeting. Delhi's air quality has been very unhealthy lately. Experts tried making rain before, but the weather did not allow it.
Delhi's AQI 494 or 1,600? What's with the difference and which is more accurate
Delhi experienced alarming air pollution levels on Monday. The city's air quality index (AQI) reached 494, the second-highest recorded value. While international platforms reported even higher figures, both measurements indicated hazardous air quality. The discrepancy arises from different AQI scales and calculation methods. Despite the variations, Delhi's air pollution posed significant health risks.
Delhi's air quality remains in 'severe plus' category, AQI climbs to 494 on Tuesday; Nearly 22 trains delayed
Delhi AQI Today: Delhi's air quality remained severely polluted, reaching alarming levels of 494 AQI, prompting school closures and emergency measures. The Supreme Court intervened, directing strict implementation of anti-pollution measures as toxic smog engulfed the region, impacting visibility and railway operations.
Delhi shifts grade 10, 12 classes online as pollution levels choke capital
Due to hazardous smog levels in Delhi, physical classes for Class 10 and 12 students have been suspended, transitioning all studies online. This measure follows the earlier suspension of in-person classes for other grades. The city's severe air pollution, attributed to factors like crop residue burning and vehicular emissions, has prompted authorities to implement stricter curbs under GRAP 4.
GRAP-IV curbs to stay in Delhi-NCR even if AQI falls below 450, says SC
Expressing strong displeasure over Delhi-NCR's worsening air quality, the Supreme Court ordered the continuation of GRAP-IV measures even if the AQI dips below 450. The court criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management's delayed implementation of pollution control stages, emphasizing the need for proactive steps rather than reactive responses.
Delhi Pollution: How thermal plants that power your homes can help you breathe easier with this new tech
A study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) reveals that installing flue-gas desulfurization (FGD) systems in 12 coal-based thermal plants within a 300-km radius of Delhi could reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions by up to 67%. However, slow progress in implementing this technology, despite government directives, remains a challenge.
GRAP Stage-4: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi authorizes online lessons for all students, excluding classes 10 and 12
Grap 4:Delhi Schools: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced a shift to online classes for all students except those in classes 10 and 12. This decision came in response to rising air pollution levels in the capital. The GRAP-4, a severe air quality response plan, was implemented. The plan includes measures like stopping physical classes and promoting online learning.
SC to hear plea seeking enforcement of measures to curb pollution in Delhi
The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea on Monday aimed at reducing air pollution in Delhi, as the city experienced "severe" air quality on Sunday, with an AQI of 429. The plea, filed due to worsening air pollution, seeks urgent action from authorities to combat the problem and prevent Delhi from becoming the world's most polluted city.
Schools in Haryana closed till class 5 amid rising air pollution
Amid rising pollution levels, the Haryana government announced the temporary closure of all schools up to Class 5 on Saturday. The Directorate of School Education directed District Deputy Commissioners to assess air quality and shift to online classes for young students in both government and private schools.
As Delhi grapples with severe air pollution, government imposes GRAP-3 to combat the crisis: How will it impact you?
The decision to invoke the third stage of GRAP was announced by Commission for Air Quality Management, hours after Delhi government claimed that air quality in the city could improve without the implementation of the response.
Delhi's air quality reaches 'severe' as AQI nears dangerous 500 mark
Delhi awoke to hazardous air quality on Thursday, with the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching a "severe" 432 due to dense smog. This marks the first "severe" AQI reading this season, a significant deterioration from the "very poor" levels recorded since October 30.
Delhi's air quality 'very poor', minimum temperature 17.6 deg C
Delhi woke up to 'very poor' air quality on Monday morning, with an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 349. However, Bawana and Jahangirpuri areas reported 'severe' air quality. The minimum temperature was recorded at 17.6 degrees Celsius, with humidity at 96 percent.
Toxic smog lingers over Delhi, keeping AQI in ‘Very Poor’ range
Delhi Air Quality: Following Diwali, Delhi's air quality remained in the "very poor" range, with a daily AQI reading of 362 on Friday morning, attributed to high firecracker usage despite an official ban. While favorable winds helped avoid a "severe" AQI rating, authorities reported significant noise pollution, fire-related incidents, and hundreds of burn injuries. Experts cite gaps in enforcement and easy access to firecrackers as contributing factors.
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