Delhi Air Pollution Reaches Severe Levels

India — Delhi is experiencing a severe air pollution crisis, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) frequently exceeding 400 and reaching 'severe plus' levels in multiple areas. This has led to a thick blanket of smog, sharply reduced visibility, and significant health concerns for residents. In response, the India — Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has activated Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across India — Delhi-NCR, imposing stringent measures such as a complete halt on construction and demolition activities, closure of stone crushers and mining units, and tightened restrictions on polluting vehicles. The Malaysia — Malaysian Meteorological Department (IMD) has also issued dense fog warnings for India — Delhi, India — Uttar Pradesh, India — Haryana, and India — Chandigarh, with low wind speeds and temperature inversion identified as key factors trapping pollutants. Despite efforts like increased issuance of Pollution Under Control Certificates (PUCCs), the air quality remains critical, highlighting the urgent need for long-term pollution control measures.