Air quality in Delhi remains in the ‘Poor’ category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The latest data from the CPCB shows that the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Anand Vihar was 266, while RK Puram recorded an AQI of 241 on Sunday morning at 7:00 am. Similarly, Punjabi Bagh area had an AQI of 233, and ITO area recorded an AQI of 227.
To address the pollution issue, officials are checking vehicles entering the national capital in compliance with the pollution-related GRAP 4 regulations. While there was a slight improvement in Delhi’s air quality after rainfall on Friday, it still remains a matter of concern for residents. Despite the decrease in pollution levels, some residents are still experiencing difficulties in breathing.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai announced that the implementation of the odd-even car-rationing scheme in the city would be delayed. Additionally, there has been a decrease in the levels of pollutants PM 2.5 and PM10 after 4 am across Delhi and the surrounding areas.
The Delhi government is taking various measures to tackle pollution, including considering the idea of artificial rain. Ministers from the Aam Admi Party have been inspecting the execution of anti-pollution initiatives. Currently, Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been implemented in the national capital.
The Supreme Court has expressed grave concern over the hazardous air quality in Delhi and directed farmers in Punjab, Haryana, and western Uttar Pradesh to immediately stop stubble burning, as it is one of the major contributors to air pollution.
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