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Delhi Enforces Strict Anti-Pollution Measures Amid Protests

11/12/2025

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The Delhi government has intensified anti-pollution measures as the Graded Response Action Plan (GARP) comes into effect.
Non-essential construction is banned and industrial activities are restricted.
The Air Quality Index has exceeded 400, signaling hazardous conditions.
Protests at India Gate drew crowds demanding action as satellite data show crop stubble fires rising this November despite claimed reductions and cloud-seeding attempts have failed, with local officials facing accusations of data manipulation.

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The Delhi government has intensified anti-pollution measures as the Graded Response Action Plan (GARP) comes into effect.
Non-essential construction is banned and industrial activities are restricted.
The Air Quality Index has exceeded 400, signaling hazardous conditions.
Protests at India Gate drew crowds demanding action as satellite data show crop stubble fires rising this November despite claimed reductions and cloud-seeding attempts have failed, with local officials facing accusations of data manipulation.