GRAP-IV (Graded Response Action Plan – Stage IV) was invoked in Delhi-NCR on December 13.
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What is GRAP-IV, now in force in Delhi and the National Capital Region?
Authorities invoked GRAP-IV in Delhi-NCR on December 13 due to air quality plummeting to 'severe+' levels. This measure, part of the Graded Response Action Plan, aims to combat extreme air pollution through stringent emergency steps. It is crucial for competitive exams as it highlights government environmental policy, air pollution management strategies, and the role of bodies like the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).
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The invocation occurred due to air quality deteriorating to 'severe+' levels in the region.
GRAP-IV mandates emergency measures, including a ban on non-essential construction and demolition activities.
It also restricts the entry of diesel trucks into Delhi and prohibits the plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel light motor vehicles.
The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is implemented by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR and adjoining areas.
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