The situation in Delhi-NCR is reaching alarming levels, turning the area into a gas chamber. In the bid to tackle this severe air pollution, strict GRAP-4 measures are now effective in the National Capital Region. Here's what you need to know about these stringent restrictions:
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Entry of trucks into Delhi is restricted except for those carrying essential goods or providing essential services. All LNG/CNG/electric and BS-VI diesel trucks are allowed entry.
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Light commercial vehicles registered outside Delhi, excluding those used for essentials or services, are not allowed entry unless they run on EV, CNG, or BS-VI diesel.
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Medium and heavy goods vehicles (MGV and HGV) with BS-IV or lower diesel engines registered in Delhi face strict movement restrictions, with exceptions for vehicles providing essential goods or services.
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Similar to GRAP-3, restrictions on construction and development activities are in place for public projects such as highways, roads, flyovers, bridges, power transmission, pipelines, and telecommunications.
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State governments in NCR along with GNCTD may decide to close physical classes up to Class-VI, IX, and XI, shifting to online classes.
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NCR state governments and GNCTD can determine if public, municipal, and private offices should operate at 50% capacity with the rest working from home.
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A verdict may be reached concerning work-from-home permissions for employees in central government offices.
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State governments might consider additional emergency strategies such as closing colleges, halting non-emergency commercial activities, and implementing odd-even vehicle restrictions based on registration numbers.
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Residents are urged to adhere to civic charters including those from GRAP-I, GRAP-II, and GRAP-III, to assist in maintaining and improving local air quality.
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Children, elderly individuals, and those battling heart, respiratory, or chronic mental conditions should minimize outdoor exposure.
