Key Points
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated significantly, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching a hazardous level of 494 in some areas..
This severe pollution episode has led to widespread health concerns and has prompted netizens to draw comparisons with the air quality in Bengaluru...
Social media users have taken X to express their frustration and concern over the deteriorating air quality in Delhi..
Delhi's air quality index (AQI) was nearing 'Severe plus' levels on Monday, prompting the implementation of the highest anti-pollution measures under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)..
As part of Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), the government has implemented a ban on all construction and demolition activities, with exceptions for projects related to defence, Metro, railways, airports, and healthcare..
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