Delhi Air Quality Severe As India Triggers Emergency Curbs
December 14, 2025
2:29 am
India activated its toughest anti pollution measures in Delhi and nearby regions after air quality in the capital fell to the worst levels seen so far this winter, prompting authorities to warn residents to stay indoors.
The Commission for Air Quality Management ordered the implementation of Stage Four of the Graded Response Action Plan on Saturday evening, according to an advisory from the environment ministry. The move brings immediate restrictions across Delhi and surrounding areas that are home to more than 30 million people.
By Sunday, air quality readings across multiple monitoring stations exceeded 450 on the official index, placing …
