Earlier, Minister Rai said that a 6-member special task force has been formed, under the leadership of the Environment Special Secretary for proper implementation and monitoring of GRAP rules
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Air quality in Delhi remains very poor with an AQI of 310, prompting continued caution despite slight improvement. GRAP restrictions eased but stages 1, 2, and 3 persist. Minister Gopal Rai urged vigilance, emphasizing sustained efforts after AQI rose post-Diwali due to negligence. GRAP-4 lifted, allowing some vehicles and construction but GRAP-3 restrictions endure. Rai specified permitted construction zones and barred activities. A task force monitors GRAP rules for effective implementation.
As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data recorded at 7:00 am on Monday, the air quality index at Anand Vihar was recorded at 361; it was 368 at Alipur; Ashok Vihar at 342; ITO, Delhi at 318; and at RK Puram, it was recorded at 344, all falling into the 'very poor' category
The air quality index at Anand Vihar was recorded at 361; it was 368 at Alipur; Ashok Vihar at 342; ITO, Delhi at 318; and at RK Puram, it was recorded at 344, all falling into the 'very poor' category.