- Recently the first phase of the Graded Response Action Plan has been implemented in Delhi.
- This plan has been implemented to check air pollution during winter in Delhi.
- This plan has been implemented by the Central Government.
- The air quality in Delhi, one of the most polluted cities in the world, has reached ‘poor’ category.
- Under this plan, heavy fines will now be imposed on vehicles that are clearly causing pollution.
- Trucks going to the National Capital Region will be routed through the Eastern and Western Peripheries.
- Every year during winter the national capital battles eye-stinging smog and severely toxic air.
- This mainly includes stubble burning in neighboring states and the situation is worsening due to pollution caused by firecrackers during Diwali.
