Stage I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been implemented in Delhi-NCR starting Tuesday, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed the 201 mark, entering the ‘Poor’ category. This stage includes preventive and restrictive measures aimed at curbing further deterioration of air quality. The enforcement of GRAP Stage I highlights the growing pollution concerns in the region as winter approaches, and with Diwali just a week away.
Implementation of actions under Stage I (Poor, Air Quality, AQI: 201-3OO) of the extant schedule of GRAP comes into immediate effect in Delhi-NCR pic.twitter.com/FqElL6TdXf
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According to the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), air quality in Delhi at 4 pm on Tuesday, October 14 was recorded at 211, which falls under ‘poor’ category.
#AQI of #Delhi today at 4:00 PM (Average of past 24 hours)
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— Commission for Air Quality Management (@CAQM_Official) October 14, 2025
CAQM on GRAP 1 implementation
Sharing the circular, CAQM noted, “The AQI of Delhi has been recorded 211 on 14.10.2025 (‘Poor’ Category). Further, the forecast by IMD/ IITM has also predicted AQI to remain in ‘Poor’ category in coming days.” As part of this measure, actions under Stage-l of the extant GRAP shall be implemented, monitored and reviewed by all the agencies concerned in the entire NCR to ensure that the AQI levels do not slip further.
Actions under GRAP Stage I
Under GRAP 1, dust control measures such as the use of anti-smog guns will be implemented in Delhi NCR.
Dust control measures will be taken at all construction and demolition sites.
Projects larger than 500 square meters will also be required to adhere to an approved dust management plan.
Open burning of garbage, leaves, and other waste materials will be prohibited.
Roadside food stalls and commercial kitchens will be prohibited from using coal or wood fuel.
Hotels, restaurants, and outdoor dining establishments will only use electricity, gas, or other clean fuels.
The use of diesel generators has been restricted, and will only be permitted in essential or emergency situations.
Vehicles that cause pollution may be fined or impounded.
For traffic management, traffic police have been deployed at major intersections, and drivers will be instructed to turn off their engines at red lights.
Diesel vehicles older than 10 years and petrol vehicles older than 15 years are not permitted in Delhi.
