Big relief to the people of Delhi-NCR! GRAP-3 has been removed, now these vehicles will run on the roads again

News India Live, Digital Desk: People living in Delhi and its surrounding areas (NCR) were facing the double blow of pollution and restrictions for the past several days, but now they have finally got some relief. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) formed by the government has issued an order that GRAP-3 restrictions are being removed from Delhi-NCR.

If you are wondering what effect this will have on your everyday life, then let us understand in simple language.

The biggest happiness for car drivers

The most relief has been given to those people who had BS-3 petrol and BS-4 diesel vehicles. Due to implementation of GRAP-3, plying of these trains was completely banned in Delhi, Gurugram, Faridabad, Ghaziabad and Noida. Now that this restriction has been lifted, you can take your car out on the road without any worries. Now there will be no fear of challan.

Construction work can also start

The biggest impact of GRAP-3 is on construction works (Construction & Demolition). People whose household work or building projects were halted will now be able to start work again. Although rules to prevent dust blowing will still be in place, there is no longer a complete ‘work stoppage’ situation.

But, the air is still not clean!

It is very important to understand that the lifting of restrictions does not mean that the air of Delhi has become like Switzerland. CAQM took this decision because the AQI (Air Quality Index) has now dropped from ‘Severe’ (above 400) category to ‘Very Poor’ (between 300 to 400). That means the condition is improving, but the air still remains harmful for health.

Even today, the average AQI of Delhi is recorded around 300. Therefore, the rules of GRAP-1 and GRAP-2 will still be applicable.

Caution is still necessary

The administration has clearly said that even though the rules have become easier, if the weather deteriorates again, the restrictions may return again. Therefore, still be careful while going for a morning walk and fulfill your responsibility in reducing pollution as far as possible. For now, the streets are back to life!