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Delhi records best air quality on Diwali in eight yearsDelhi records best air quality on Diwali in eight years

Delhi records best air quality on Diwali in eight years

Delhi has been recording AQI above than 350 since past eight years.&nbsp;

Delhi recorded its best air quality on Diwali day in eight years on Sunday, though pollution levels may rise due to burning of firecrackers and low night temperatures.
Delhiites experienced clear skies and abundant sunshine and the city's 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 218 at 4 pm, the best in at least three weeks.
Delhi recorded an AQI of 312 on Diwali last year, 382 in 2021, 414 in 2020, 337 in 2019, 281 in 2018, 319 in 2017 and 431 in 2016, according to Central Pollution Control Board data.
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', 401 and 450 'severe' and above 450 'severe plus'.
Saturday's 24-hour average AQI stood at 220, the lowest for the day before Diwali in eight years.
Delhi's air quality improved sharply just ahead of Diwali this year. The improvement can be attributed to intermittent rainfall on Friday and wind speeds favourable for the dispersion of pollutants.
To put this into perspective, Thursday's 24-hour average AQI was recorded at 437.
The city experienced 'very poor' to 'severe' air quality for two weeks starting October 28 with a suffocating haze lingering over the national capital during the period.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier predicted a marginal improvement in the air quality just ahead of Diwali, owing to favourable meteorological conditions, including light rain under the influence of a western disturbance.
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A western disturbance brought rain over most parts of northwest India, including Punjab and Haryana, effectively reducing the contribution of smoke from stubble burning to Delhi's air pollution.
The IMD had also predicted that once the western disturbance passed, the wind speed would increase to around 15 kilometres an hour on Saturday that would help disperse pollutants ahead of Diwali.
In accordance with the practice of the past three years, Delhi has announced a comprehensive ban on the manufacture, storage, sale and the use of firecrackers within the city.
However, sporadic incidents of firecracker burning were reported on Saturday night and Sunday evening in several parts of the national capital.
Low temperatures and firecracker burning may lead to a rise in pollution levels in Delhi late on Sunday.
Last year, a decrease in stubble-burning incidents, delayed spells of rain, favourable meteorological conditions and an early Diwali prevented the national capital from turning into a gas chamber following the festival of lights.
According to data from the Decision Support System, a numerical model-based framework capable of identifying the sources of particulate matter pollution in Delhi, stubble burning in the neighbouring states, particularly Punjab and Haryana, accounted for 23 per cent of the air pollution in the city on Wednesday. The figure was at 33 per cent on Thursday and 10 per cent on Friday.
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The data also found that transport -- another major cause of pollution in the city -- contributed 12 to 14 per cent to Delhi's foul air over the past few days.
Vinay Kumar Sehgal, principal scientist at the New Delhi-based Indian Agricultural Research Institute, anticipated a reduction in farm fires in Punjab and Haryana around Diwali due to wet conditions following rainfall.
On Friday, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said the government had postponed the implementation of the odd-even car rationing scheme as there had been a notable improvement in the city's air quality due to the rain.
He said the government would review the air quality situation after Diwali and a call on the 'odd-even' scheme might be taken in case of a sharp increase in pollution levels.
Rai had earlier said the scheme would be implemented in the city after the Supreme Court reviewed its effectiveness and issued an order.
On Tuesday, the apex court questioned the effectiveness of the Delhi government's car rationing scheme, aimed at curbing vehicular pollution, and referred to it as "all optics".
Anticipating further deterioration of the air quality post-Diwali, Rai on Monday announced that the scheme, which permits cars to operate on alternate days based on the odd or even last digit of their registration numbers, would be enforced between November 13 and 20.
Doctors say breathing the polluted air of Delhi is equivalent to the harmful effects of smoking approximately 10 cigarettes a day.
Prolonged exposure to high levels of pollution can cause or exacerbate respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and dramatically raise the risk of cardiovascular disease, they said.
Stringent restrictions mandated under the final stage of the Centre's air pollution control plan for Delhi-NCR -- the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) -- have also been implemented in the national capital.
The restrictions under Stage IV of the GRAP, including a ban on all kinds of construction work and the entry of polluting trucks into Delhi, took effect on Sunday after the air quality in the city dropped to 'severe plus' (AQI above 450) levels.
GRAP categorises actions into four stages: Stage I -- Poor (AQI 201-300); Stage II -- Very Poor (AQI 301-400); Stage III -- Severe (AQI 401-450) and Stage IV -- Severe Plus (AQI above 450).
Unfavourable meteorological conditions, combined with vehicular emissions, paddy-straw burning, firecrackers and other local pollution sources, contribute to hazardous air quality levels in the Delhi-NCR during winters.
According to a Delhi Pollution Control Committee analysis, the city experiences peak pollution from November 1 to 15, when the number of stubble-burning incidents in Punjab and Haryana increases.
Delhi's air quality ranks among the worst in the world's capital cities. According to a report compiled by the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago in August, air pollution is shortening lives by almost 12 years in Delhi.&nbsp;

Delhi government is expected to try inducing artificial rain to curb pollution.

Delhi govt plans to induce artificial rain to curb air pollution: Gopal Rai

Delhi govt to try inducing artificial rain to curb air pollution: Gopal Rai

Delhi government is expected to try inducing artificial rain to curb pollution.

The Delhi government will attempt to induce artificial rain through cloud seeding this month in an effort to combat air pollution in the national capital, Environment Minister Gopal Rai said on Wednesday.
Rai said he held a meeting with scientists from IIT Kanpur who told him that cloud seeding could only be attempted if there were clouds or moisture in the atmosphere.
"Experts anticipate that such conditions could develop around November 20-21. We have asked the scientists to prepare a proposal in this regard which will be submitted to the Supreme Court," the minister added.
Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, Director General of the India Meteorological Department, told PTI that research is being conducted globally on artificial rain.
"There have been a few attempts in India... in Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. Globally, research is being conducted on artificial rain, which requires the basic requirement of clouds or moisture. Only under these conditions can it occur.
"Certain nuclei are sprinkled into the clouds to facilitate cloud condensation, leading to rainfall. In India, research on artificial rain is ongoing, but it has not made significant progress so far," Mohapatra added.

Delhi government slammed by Supreme Court over 'odd-even' rule to curb pollution.

Has 'odd-even' rule ever succeeded, it's all optics: SC raps Delhi govt on pollution

Delhi government slammed by Supreme Court over 'odd-even' rule to curb pollution.

The Supreme Court on November 7 rapped the Delhi government over its bid to curb air pollution through 'odd-even' rule.
Justice SK Kaul asked the Delhi government if the 'odd-even' scheme has ever succeeded. The judge said it is all optics.
The observation comes after the Delhi government said the scheme would be implemented from November 13 to 20.
However, following the apex court's harsh comment, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said his government will weigh the court's suggestions while finalising the scheme.
"We will incorporate the orders and suggestions of the Supreme Court and accordingly plan the odd-even scheme," Rai said.

All primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next two days over rising pollution levels.

All primary schools in Delhi shut next 2 days, Sec 144 in Gurugram over pollution

All primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next two days over rising pollution levels.

All government and private primary schools in Delhi will remain closed for the next two days in view of rising pollution levels.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made the announcement as the air quality in the national capital entered the "severe" zone for the first time this season on November 2.
Moreover, stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been imposed in the city. Under this, a ban on non-essential construction work and the entry of diesel-guzzling trucks into the capital has been imposed.
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Meanwhile, in light of worsening air quality, the Gurugram District Magistrate issued an order under Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Act, 1973 to combat air pollution.
Burning waste materials, such as garbage, leaves, plastic, and rubber, is strictly prohibited in all areas of Gurugram.

Delhi minister Gopal Rai attacked Centre over pollution in Delhi.

'Where is Union Environment Minister?': Gopal Rai slams Centre over Delhi pollution

Delhi minister Gopal Rai attacked the Centre over pollution in Delhi.

As the pollution levels rose significantly in the national capital region on November 3, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai slammed the Centre for it.
Rai asked where is Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and whether the BJP does not hold any responsibility for the situation. He appealed to the central minister to become active.
Alleging that Delhi holds maximum pollutants from the neighbouring states, Rai said the AAP government has already taken steps to combat the situation by restricting polluting vehicles and construction work.
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Notably, Delhi's air quality dipped to the "severe plus" category.

The 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of the city stood at 177, improving from 218 on Monday. The AQI was 186 on October 15.

Delhi records best air quality since October 15

Winds gusting up to 16 kilometres per hour gave Delhi its best air quality since October 15 on Tuesday.

The 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of the city stood at 177, improving from 218 on Monday. The AQI was 186 on October 15.

Winds gusting up to 16 kilometres per hour gave Delhi its best air quality since October 15 on Tuesday.
The 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) of the city stood at 177, improving from 218 on Monday. The AQI was 186 on October 15.
This is also the first time since December 14, 2020 that the capital recorded a "moderate" air quality day in December.
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An AQI between 201 and 300 is considered "poor", 301 and 400 "very poor", and 401 and 500 "severe".
Meanwhile, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee has directed agencies to strictly implement curbs under stage 3 (AQI severe) and stage 4 (severe plus) of the Graded Response Action Plan whenever ordered by the Commission for Air Quality Management.
The CAQM had on December 3 directed authorities in Delhi-NCR to implement curbs under the stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan, including a ban on the non-essential construction work with the air pollution in the city spiralling to severe levels.
The restrictions were revoked on December 8 after the air pollution ameliorated.&nbsp;

Delhi pollution: ban on plying of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers lifted 

However, a Delhi government official said a meeting will be held on Monday to decide whether the curbs should continue or not.

Owners of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers will now be able to take out their vehicles on Delhi roads as the curbs imposed on them amid rising pollution levels ended on Sunday.
However, a Delhi government official said a meeting will be held on Monday to decide whether the curbs should continue or not. "The restrictions were in place till November 13 and they have not been extended yet. The AQI (air quality index) has been stable in the last four days in the city. There is a meeting tomorrow to discuss what needs to be done," he said.
During a review meeting last week, the Delhi government's transport department had decided that the curbs under stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) should remain in place for the next few days instead of a knee-jerk reaction.
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"BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers in Delhi will remain banned under Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan," Environment Minister Gopal Rai had said on Monday.
In an order on Monday, the transport department had said that owners of vehicles found plying in violation of the rule would be prosecuted under the Motor Vehicles Act, which could invite a fine of Rs 20,000.
Vehicles deployed for emergency services and government and election-related work do not come under the ban purview.
The transport department had said in its order, "As per the directions provided under Stage III of revised GRAP, there will be a restriction to ply BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel light motor vehicles (four-wheelers) in the jurisdiction of NCT of Delhi. The above directions will remain enforced till November 13 or downward revision in GRAP stage, whichever is earlier. The restrictions will continue beyond November 13, if CAQM orders GRAP-III and above restrictions."

Delhi's air quality slips back to 'very poor' category; 2 days after anti-pollution curbs lifted

Delhi's air quality slips back to 'very poor' category; days after anti-pollution curbs lifted

The weather department has forecast mainly clear skies during the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle at 29 degrees Celsius.

Delhi's air quality deteriorated to the 'very poor' category on Friday, after marginal improvement over the last few days, with a layer of smog shrouding several parts of the city.
The city recorded a minimum temperature of 14.6 degrees Celsius, a notch above normal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The national capital's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 331 at 9 am, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.
An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 and 100 'satisfactory', 101 and 200 'moderate', 201 and 300 'poor', 301 and 400 'very poor', and 401 and 500 'severe'.
The relative humidity was 79 per cent at 8:30 pm, the IMD said.
The weather department has forecast mainly clear skies during the day. The maximum temperature is expected to settle at 29 degrees Celsius.
The Delhi government had on Monday decided to reopen primary classes from November 9 and revoke the order asking 50 per cent of its staff to work from home in view of an "improvement" in the city's air quality over the last few days.
The Commission for Air Quality Management had said on Thursday that it will review the air pollution situation in Delhi on Friday.
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Revenue commissioners have been asked to prepare a plan for staggered timings of markets and offices, he said.

Delhi: mandatory work from home for 50% govt workers amid rising pollution

Delhi: mandatory work from home for 50% govt workers
Delhi minister Gopal Rai announces
Delhi govt mulling to curb market timing

Revenue commissioners have been asked to prepare a plan for staggered timings of markets and offices, he said.

Alarmed by hazardous pollution levels in the national capital, Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Friday ordered 50 per cent staff of the Delhi government to work from home and said an advisory will be issued to private offices to follow suit.
Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said primary schools will be closed from Saturday in a bid to protect children from the effects of worsening air quality.
At a press conference, Rai said schools will be asked to curtail outdoor activities of senior students.
He said the Delhi government has decided to implement the anti-pollution curbs recommended by the Commission for Air Quality Management, including a ban on non-BS VI diesel-run light motor vehicles.
"At a meeting with departments concerned, it has been decided that 50 per cent staff of government offices will work from home from Monday and an advisory will be issued to private offices to follow suit," Rai said.
In a bid to ramp up public transport, the government will also launch 'Paryavaran Bus Service' which will include 500 privately-run CNG buses.
Rai said a six-member team comprising senior officials has been set up to monitor the implementation of the curbs on anti-polluting activities.
Revenue commissioners have been asked to prepare a plan for staggered timings of markets and offices, he said.
He added that the government will implement the odd-even car rationing scheme if need arises and discussions on it are on.
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Delhi pollution: AQI close to 'severe plus'; diesel-run LMVs, truck entry banned as Noida schools shut

Outdoor activities like sports or meetings will stay completely banned in all schools, the order further stated.

With Air Quality in the national capital continuing to remain in the 'severe' category for consecutive two days, the SAFAR (System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research) Friday revealed that the stubble-burning contributed 34 percent of Delhi's PM 2.5 pollution.
The severe pollution levels has prompted the authorities to invoke the final stage of anti-pollution curbs, including a ban on diesel-run light motor vehicles.
An AQI of above 400 is considered "severe" and can affect healthy people and seriously impact those with existing illnesses.
Besides, all schools in Noida and Greater Noida asked to hold classes online for students up to Class 8 till November 8 in view of increasing pollution in the National Capital Region, according to an official order.
Outdoor activities like sports or meetings will stay completely banned in all schools, the order further stated.
Meanwhile, Delhi CM Kejriwal blamed the central government for rising incidents of stubble burning in Punjab ruled by his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), saying it had "declined" requests to provide cash incentive to farmers for not burning crop residue.&nbsp;
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