Supreme Court directs Delhi-NCR Governments to decide on year-round firecracker ban
Supreme Court said that the ban on firecrackers is required not only to curb the air pollution but noise pollution as well.
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Supreme Court permits scaling down of GRAP restrictions from Stage-IV to Stage-II in Delhi amid improved air quality
In its previous order, the Supreme Court had directed that Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan, which was implemented to tackle the severe air quality situation in Delhi, remain in force until at least December 2, 2024.
Supreme Court to explore long-term solutions for Delhi’s air pollution; GRAP IV measures to remain in force till December 2
Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is a framework designed to take specific actions based on the level of air quality, with Stage IV being one of the highest stages involving stricter measures such as restrictions on non-essential activities, halting certain industrial operations, and enhancing public health advisories.
[Delhi Air Pollution] Supreme Court orders CAQM to consider allowing physical classes in Schools
This directive came in response to an application filed by the parents of some students seeking the reopening of schools.
[Delhi Air Pollution] Supreme Court orders suspension of physical classes for all school students in Delhi-NCR
Supreme Court criticized the delay in implementing GRAP stages III and IV, stating that the CAQM’s approach of waiting for AQI levels to improve before taking action violated its 2018 order, which mandated preventive measures for air pollution.
Supreme Court criticizes Commission for Air Quality Management for not taking sufficient measures to reduce pollution in Delhi and neighbouring regions
Stubble burning is the practice where farmers ignite straw stubble left in the fields after harvesting grains such as wheat and paddy. This method is used to ready the land for the next crop cycle. While it is the most convenient and cost-effective way to clear fields, it significantly deteriorates air quality.
[Delhi Air pollution] Supreme Court directs Punjab, Rajasthan, UP & Haryana Governments to stop stubble burning
“Residents of Delhi are grappling with health problems year after year because we cannot find a solution to the issue. It requires immediate attention and Court monitoring, irrespective of whether the matter improves or not”