The Supreme Court on Thursday (28th Nov) upheld emergency measures under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) for Delhi’s air pollution until December 2, criticizing authorities for failing to enforce restrictions. The court urged prompt action against officials and called for alternative strategies as air quality continues to deteriorate.
The Supreme Court expressed strong dissatisfaction in today’s hearing (28th Nov) with the government’s non-compliance with anti-pollution measures in Delhi, citing lack of action from authorities. Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati defended the government’s efforts, including traffic management directives. Meanwhile, Delhi’s air quality remains critical, with AQI levels classified as ‘very poor,’ posing health risks to citizens.
A Supreme Court-appointed commission has highlighted violations of anti-pollution measures in Delhi, including ongoing construction at officials’ residences and emissions from factories, despite restrictions under the Graded Response Action Plan. The report calls for increased enforcement, including CCTVs at checkpoints and greater control measures against air pollution to protect public health.
