The Supreme Court criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) for its delay in implementing Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to combat Delhi’s worsening air pollution. The court has ordered stricter enforcement and even indicated that Stage 4 restrictions will remain in place regardless of AQI levels below 400. Five flights were diverted due to low visibility caused by the severe fog.
The Yamuna River in Delhi is once again facing severe pollution, with a thick layer of toxic foam covering the Kalindi Kunj stretch. The pollution levels in the river remain high, raising concerns about the environmental impact and public health risks.
Delhi is facing a double whammy of pollution ahead of Chhath Puja, with toxic foam seen in the Yamuna River and air quality plummeting to ‘very poor’ levels. The city’s air quality index (AQI) has crossed the ‘severe’ threshold at several monitoring stations, highlighting the deteriorating situation. Authorities are scrambling to implement measures to combat the pollution, including deploying anti-smog guns and stepping up water sprinkling.
Delhi’s air quality took a sharp downturn in just 12 hours after Diwali, jumping from 327 to 507. Mumbai and Kolkata also recorded poor air quality, raising concerns about the health impact of Diwali celebrations. Get the latest updates on India’s air quality and the impact of Diwali pollution.
The Yamuna River in Delhi has been plagued by a thick layer of toxic foam, highlighting the city’s severe pollution problem. The alarming visuals, captured in Kalindi Kunj, show the river completely covered by foam in some areas, a grim reminder of the city’s ongoing struggle with air and water pollution. Experts blame vehicle emissions, industrial activities, and crop burning for the dire situation.
As Delhi’s air quality plummeted to ‘very poor’ last week, with several monitoring stations nearing the alarming 300 mark, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has taken action. On Monday, the CAQM ordered the implementation of GRAP-II in the Delhi-NCR region, aiming to curb the worsening pollution crisis. This move comes as a desperate attempt to alleviate the health risks posed by the hazardous air.
A concerning video of toxic foam floating on the Yamuna River in Delhi has surfaced, raising alarm amidst the city’s already struggling air quality. Experts warn of serious health hazards posed by the froth, especially during the upcoming festive season, as it contains high levels of ammonia and phosphates. The unusual presence of foam during the monsoon season highlights the alarming level of pollution in the river, urging the government to take immediate action.
