Delhi air pollution worsens: CAQM bans construction, suggests online classes
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The Centre's Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has invoked Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage III anti-pollution measures in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) amid a decline in air quality to "severe" levels. The decision was made to prevent further air quality deterioration. On Friday, Delhi's overall air quality index (AQI) reached 409 at 4:00pm. The sudden drop in the air quality has been attributed to unfavorable weather conditions, such as fog, haze, and low wind speeds.