The Air Quality Index (AQI) values for several parts of Delhi were concerningly high on the morning of November 11. (Photo source: PTI) Show Quick Read Summary is AI Generated. Newsroom Reviewed

Graded Response Action Plan Stage 3: With pollution reaching alarming levels in Delhi, the central pollution watchdog (CPCB) on Tuesday imposed restrictions under the third stage of the GRAP, which would enforce stricter pollution controls.

The decision was taken after national capital's average Air Quality Index (AQI) rose sharply from 362 on Monday to 425 on Tuesday morning due to calm winds, a stable atmosphere, and unfavourable weather conditions that allowed pollutants to accumulate close to the surface, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) said.

The air quality in the Del

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