In response to an official assertion issued on Tuesday, all development actions in Noida – besides these associated to metro rail, hospitals and flyovers – have been halted with quick impact. The transfer goals to curb rising air pollution ranges because the Air High quality Index (AQI) within the area stays within the “extreme” class.
Beneath the restrictions, BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel four-wheelers are banned from plying in Noida. Moreover, all ready-mix concrete (RMC) vegetation, stone crushers, and demolition works have been ordered to close down till additional discover, the assertion learn.
The authority has urged all residents, establishments, and companies working inside Noida to conform strictly with the rules issued below GRAP Stage-III and directives of the CAQM.
“Non-compliance will invite needed authorized motion and imposition of penalties as per the foundations,” the Noida Authority mentioned in its launch.
The implementation of GRAP Stage-III measures comes as a part of a graded technique to mitigate air air pollution throughout the Nationwide Capital Area throughout the winter months when emissions and climate situations mix to severely influence air high quality.The Graded Response Motion Plan (GRAP) is a set of emergency measures carried out in Delhi-NCR to fight rising air air pollution ranges. It's enforced by the Fee for Air High quality Administration (CAQM) within the Nationwide Capital Area and adjoining areas. GRAP is activated in phases – Stage I (Poor), Stage II (Very Poor), Stage III (Extreme), and Stage IV (Extreme+) – relying on the severity of the AQI.
