Delhi AQI hits 483 as Stage III Graded Response Action Plan invoked
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims·
Environmental governance and pollution mitigation: a key GS3 topic regarding regional air quality management.
Why in news
The Commission for Air Quality Management invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) as Delhi's AQI reached a 'severe' level of 483.
Background
The Central Pollution Control Board recorded an AQI of 483 at 8:10 am on Sunday. Stage III measures include banning specific vehicles and suspending non-essential construction activities across the Delhi-NCR region.
Facts for Prelims
- FactAQI reached 483 at 8:10 am on Sunday morning.
- BodyCentral Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is the body providing air quality data.
- BodyCommission for Air Quality Management is the body responsible for invoking GRAP.
- PlaceGRAP measures are applicable across the Delhi-NCR region.
Prelims practice question
Which body is responsible for providing the air quality data recorded in the Delhi-NCR region?
- (a)National Green Tribunal
- (b)State Pollution Control Board
- (c)Central Pollution Control Board
- (d)Ministry of Environment
Show answer
Answer: (c) Central Pollution Control Board — The Central Pollution Control Board is the body that recorded the AQI of 483.
For Mains
Q. Critically analyze the effectiveness of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in mitigating severe air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory friction: Coordination challenges between Delhi and neighboring states in NCR
- Enforcement gap: Difficulty in monitoring non-essential construction activities in real-time
- Economic trade-off: Impact of vehicle bans and construction halts on local livelihoods and infrastructure
Keywords: Air Quality Index · Graded Response Action Plan · Delhi-NCR · Environmental Governance · Pollution Mitigation
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