Delhi-NCR GRAP-4 Restrictions Lifted as Air Quality Shows Slight Improvement

• CAQM lifted GRAP-4 restrictions in Delhi-NCR on Tuesday (January 20) due to improved air quality.
• Delhi's AQI was 378 on Tuesday, moving from 'severe' to 'very poor' category.
• GRAP-4 was imposed on January 17 when AQI reached 'severe' (450+).
• Actions under GRAP-III and below will continue, with AQI expected to remain 'very poor'.
• A World Bank report highlights air pollution as a major health challenge in South Asia, causing premature deaths and reduced life expectancy.

Why It Matters: GRAP-4 restrictions are lifted in Delhi-NCR, but air quality remains 'very poor' with ongoing GRAP-III measures.