New Delhi [March 15, India] (ANI): Regarding the Air Quality Index ( AQI Improvements observed in the national capital have led the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to decide on lifting the restrictions put in place under Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). GRAP effective immediately Delhi and including the National Capital Region ( NCR ).
The decision made by the CAQM arrives as the AQI in Delhi It was documented as 85 on March 15, 2025, falling short by 116 points from the 201 threshold needed for implementing Stage I measures. Consequently, the Sub-Committee opted to rescind their directive issued on March 7, 2025, which had initiated actions under Stage I ('Poor' air quality) of the current regulations. GRAP in the entire NCR , with immediate effect.
" AQI of Delhi has demonstrated considerable progress because of advantageous breezes, gentle rainfall/ drizzle, and better weather circumstances that have been prevalent Delhi - NCR . The AQI of Delhi was documented as 85 for March 15, 2025 (under the 'Satisfactory' classification). Additionally, the prediction from IMD/IITM indicates AQI "To primarily stay within the 'Satisfactory to Moderate' range in the upcoming days," according to the directive issued by Director (Technical)RK Agrawal, who is concurrently the convener of the sub-committee on GRAP , stated.
The directive has instructed all relevant agencies involved to NCR to sustain better AQI Levels should be managed as they are presently experienced without allowing air quality to degrade into the "Poor" category. Additionally, it stressed the importance of taking steps to reduce air pollution, particularly concentrating on dust control measures.
Each agency involved must also keep track of the different measures and their intended deadlines outlined in the thorough policy released by the Commission aimed at reducing air pollution. NCR And implement suitable measures in the field, specifically focusing on dust control strategies for construction and demolition operations as well as roads and open spaces, since these factors will significantly influence air quality in the upcoming months. Delhi - NCR ," the order read.
Delhi On Saturday, the average Air Quality Index was noted as follows: ( AQI ) stands at 85, marking the lowest figure over the past three years for the same period from January 1 to March 15.
As per the Commission for Air Quality Management, today marks the first occasion in the new year where the air quality has reached this particular level. AQI Has managed to land within the 'Satisfactory' range, indicating that the index number stays between 50 and 100.
"Today, Delhi recorded an average AQI Of these, 85 represents the lowest figure in the past three years for the period covering January 1st to March 15th. AQI It is also the beginning of the present year classified as 'Satisfactory'. AQI ( AQI 51-100). Delhi has witnessed a 'Satisfactory' AQI In March, for the first time in five years since 2020, the Commission for Air Quality Management shared this information on X. (ANI)
