GRAP 3 invoked across Delhi-NCR ahead of Diwali; several areas in 'severe' zone

The Times of India · Lairenlakpam Warli · 2026-11-06 11:35 UTC

NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR as a

NEW DELHI: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday invoked Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across Delhi-NCR as a precautionary measure ahead of Diwali, amid worsening air pollution in the region.

Delhi continued to grapple with hazardous air quality, with the city's average

Air Quality Index

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