GRAP IV: Vehicular Pollution In Focus

The sub-committee of the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and adjoining areas has implemented “severe plus” air quality measures after Delhi’s AQI reached 454. These measures focus on reducing vehicular pollution. The commission defines the “severe plus” category when the AQI surpasses 450. The measures include restrictions on the entry of certain vehicles, banning the plying of certain diesel-operated vehicles, and allowing offices to work at 50% capacity. Additional emergency measures, such as school closures and odd-even vehicle restrictions, may also be considered.