Delhi-NCR saw a sharp escalation in anti-pollution measures on Saturday after authorities enforced Stage-IV of the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), the strictest level of restrictions, as air quality deteriorated to the “severe-plus” category. GRAP-IV is imposed when the Air Quality Index (AQI) crosses 450, indicating a severe-plus pollution level.

According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi’s overall AQI stood at 448 at 7 pm on Saturday, prompting authorities to tighten curbs across the region to prevent further deterioration.

WHAT IS GRAP-IV?

The Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP) is a framework that outlines a set of emergency measures to be implemented in Delhi-NCR as air pollution levels rise. Instead of reacting after pollution worsens, GRAP ensur

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