Delhi AQI 'Severe', GRAP-3 Anti-Pollution Curbs Activated

• GRAP-3 anti-pollution curbs activated in Delhi as air quality deteriorated to the 'severe' category.
• Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 390 ('very poor') early Saturday, later exceeding 400 ('severe') in areas like ITO and Akshardham.
• GRAP-3 measures include bans on non-essential construction, older diesel goods vehicles, and mandates hybrid learning for Class 5 and below.
• Smog has severely affected visibility and caused discomfort, with the Delhi airport issuing a low visibility advisory.

Why It Matters: GRAP-3 curbs in Delhi due to severe air quality impact daily life and health.