Delhi NCR Wakes Up To Dense Fog And Severe Air Quality As GRAP-4 Restrictions Kick In

This report highlights the deteriorating weather conditions in the National Capital Region as dense fog and toxic smog engulf Delhi. The speaker notes that visibility at the Akshardham stretch has dropped to less than 100 meters, rendering vehicles and the temple itself nearly invisible. The broadcast confirms that the Air Quality Index (AQI) has slipped into the 'severe' category, prompting authorities to invoke Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4). Key measures include a complete ban on all construction and demolition activities, a shift to hybrid mode for schools, and stricter transport restrictions across the region. The report also mentions that the AQI dipped to 441 on Saturday, with experts warning of worsening conditions as winter peaks in December and January. The speaker emphasizes that unless wind speed picks up, the hazardous smog layer is unlikely to clear soon.