GRAP-1 Comes Into Effect In Delhi-NCR From Oct 21 As AQI Falls Into ‘Poor’ Category

GRAP-1 Comes Into Effect In Delhi-NCR From October 21. Image Source: AI Generated

As the Air Quality Index (AQI) fell into the ‘Poor’ category in Delhi, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-1) came into effect across Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, October 21.

Under the GRAP-1 measures, the region will undergo ‘mechanised sweeping’ and ‘water sprinkling on roads’. Municipal solid waste (MSW) and construction and demolition (C&D) waste will be lifted regularly, while a ban has been imposed on waste burning.

Reportedly, dust mitigation measures have also been mandated at all C&D sites. As another measure under GRAP-1 to curb air pollution, non-electric, non-CNG and non-BS-VI diesel intercity and interstate buses originating from cities and towns in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu and Kashmir will not be allowed to ply in Delhi-NCR.

Additionally, the use of coal and firewood as fuel in tandoors at hotels, restaurants and open eateries has been prohibited. These establishments will be permitted to use only electricity-based, gas-based or other clean-fuel-based appliances.

Citizens have also been advised to avoid firecrackers and celebrate festivals in an eco-friendly manner to help curb…

Original source: https://www.timesnownews.com/delhi