Grap-4 implemented in Delhi from today
Every year, with the onset of winter, air pollution becomes a big challenge in Delhi, to deal with which the government makes lakhs of claims every year, but it proves to be a laggard. This year also the situation is similar. With the beginning of November, Delhi has become a gas chamber. This morning the air in Delhi is at its most dangerous level this season. The air quality index (AQI) has reached 481. This is the worst category ever. In view of the worsening situation due to pollution, GRAP-4 has been implemented in Delhi from today. The implementation of GRAP-4 means that in view of the serious situation in the pollution level, some strict steps have been taken. Many types of restrictions and guidelines are applicable under Grape-4. In such a situation, first of all let us know what will remain open after the implementation of GRP-4?
What will remain open?
- CNG and BS VI diesel vehicles will run.
- CNG-electric and essential services trucks will run.
- Hospitals, medical facilities, and other emergency services will remain open.
- Classes 10th and 12th will run in physical mode.
- Work related to cleanliness projects etc. will continue.
- A decision can be taken on allowing employees in central government offices to work from home.
- Essential services like grocery shops, retail shops, pharmacies, petrol pumps and ration distribution centers will continue.
- Metro, buses and taxi services will remain operational, so that the public does not face any problem in travelling.
- Electricity, water, and sanitation services will continue to operate without interruption.
What will be banned?
- Entry of diesel trucks closed in Delhi.
- Ban on commercial vehicles outside Delhi.
- Ban on construction and demolition works.
- Schools closed from nursery to 11th.
- Government and private offices can run in work from home mode.
- Ban on construction and development activities even for public projects like highways, roads, flyovers, overbridges, power transmission, pipelines, telecommunication.
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