The decision comes after Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to 369 ('Very Poor') at 4 PM on December 24, down from a peak of 401 ('Severe') recorded on December 16.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across NCR. However, measures under Stages 1, 2 and 3 will remain in force to manage pollution levels.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas revoked Stage IV restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) on Tuesday, following a notable decline in pollution levels.

The Central Government's air quality monitoring body has repealed Stage IV ('Severe+') Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) measures in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) due to improved air quality.

Several areas in Delhi also measured the AQI under the 'severe' category. Anand Vihar recorded an AQI of 434, Ashok Vihar 450, Bawana 472, Narela 430, DTU 425 and Wazipur 455. Apart from them, several areas measured an AQI in the 'very poor' category,

"Actions under Stage I, II, and III of the revised GRAP shall remain invoked and be implemented, monitored, and reviewed by all the agencies concerned in the entire NCR to ensure

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Tuesday revoked Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) across NCR, reported ANI. However, measures under stages 1, 2 and 3 will remain in force to manage pollution levels.