Delhi Invokes Stage 2 of GRAP as Air Quality Dips to Very Poor

The Commission for Air Quality Management invoked Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan across Delhi after the average AQI deteriorated to 324 on November 2.

Authorities intensified dust-mitigation measures, including mechanical road cleaning, water sprinkling, anti-smog guns, and increased parking fees to discourage private vehicle use.

Under Stage 2 curbs, Delhi-registered BS-III and older vehicles are restricted, out-of-station BS-IV and below diesel and petrol cars are barred, and DMRC is running additional trips.