Delhi Revokes GRAP-4 Restrictions as AQI Improves to 270s

In this news bulletin, India Today anchor Akshita Nandagopal and reporter Milind Sharma discuss the Delhi government's decision to revoke GRAP-4 restrictions following a marginal improvement in air quality. Sharma reports that the Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped to the 'poor' category in the 270s, attributed to a western disturbance and higher wind speeds. However, he warns that this relief may be temporary, predicting weather conditions will deteriorate again around December 27 and 28. The discussion highlights the 'seesaw approach' of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), criticizing the reactive nature of imposing and lifting bans instead of maintaining consistent measures throughout the winter.