Delhi wakes up to toxic haze as AQI dips to ‘severe,’ rainfall set to bring relief today
ANI, “The pollution level in Delhi is worse, causing damage to the lungs. I experience slight discomfort due to pollution, so people should avoid morning walks and cycling as the pollution level is high." Restrictions under stages 1 to 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) have remained in place and discussions over implementing GRAP Stage IV again in view of worsening air quality situation is being considered.
According to Regional Weather Forecast Delhi will most likely witness light rain today following which air quality may improve. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai conducted a meeting on Friday and in a press briefing said, "The incidents of stubble burning are very few now, and the level of pollution is still increasing.
Scientists reported 2-3 factors for this. The first is that vehicle pollution's contribution is 36 per cent.
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