Delhi NCR : GRAP-1 implemented due to increasing pollution

In addition, strict monitoring will be maintained on the operation of old petrol and diesel vehicles (BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel).

Dust mitigation measures in construction and demolition (C&D) activities and the proper implementation of guidelines on solid environmental management of C&D waste will be ensured.

C&D activities will not be permitted for projects with a plot size equal to or greater than 500 square meters that are not registered on the relevant web portal.

Regular lifting of municipal solid waste (MSW), construction and demolition (C&D) waste, and hazardous waste from dump sites must be ensured.

No waste will be illegally dumped in open areas. Roads will be periodically cleaned and watered. C&D materials and waste will be properly covered within the premises.

Strict compliance with PUC norms will be required for vehicles. Diesel generator sets cannot be used as a regular source of power supply.

Keep these things in mind:

• Keep vehicle engines properly tuned.
• Maintain proper vehicle tire pressure.
• Carry the vehicle’s PUC certificate.
• Switch off the engine at red lights.
• To control vehicular pollution, prefer hybrid vehicles or EVs.
• Do not litter or dispose of garbage in open spaces.
• Report air-polluting activities through the 311 app, Green Delhi app, SAMEER app, etc.
• Plant as many trees as possible.
• Celebrate festivals in an environmentally friendly manner and avoid firecrackers.
• Do not drive diesel and petrol vehicles that are 10-15 years old.