Delhi’s air has once again turned hazardous. As of November 11, 2025, the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 425, officially placing it in the ‘Severe’ category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across the Delhi-NCR region.

GRAP-III phase activates stringent curbs – from a ban on non-essential construction and demolition to the prohibition of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers, alongside restrictions on the use of diesel generator sets. While these steps aim to curb emissions, the health implications of breathing this toxic air are immediate and alarming.

The Health Fallout: Who’s At Most Risk

The current pollution spike is not just an environmental issue. It’s a full-bl

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