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Mumbai Imposes GRAP-IV-Like Restrictions Amid Poor Air Quality: Construction Activities Halted

In response to worsening air quality, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced on December 30 that it would enforce partial GRAP-IV (Graded Response Action Plan) restrictions in the Borivali East and Byculla areas of Mumbai. The move comes as the Air Quality Index (AQI) in these areas breaches the 200 mark, classified as "poor."

Impact on Construction Activities

As part of the measures, the BMC has ordered the suspension of both private and public construction activities in these regions whenever the AQI crosses 200. Mumbai Civic Body Chief Bhushan Gagrani confirmed that construction work in Borivali and Byculla would cease in response to persistent poor air quality.

However, the BMC has clarified that this restriction is not blanket; construction activities will only be halted when the AQI exceeds the 200 threshold. On December 31, the AQI remained below 200 in all of Mumbai's areas, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Mitigation Measures for Developers

Despite not imposing a total ban on construction, the BMC has urged developers to adopt pollution control measures. These include covering buildings with green cloth, installing at least 25-foot-high sheets or metal barriers around construction sites, continuous water spraying, using misting plants, and installing air quality monitoring sensors. Developers must also implement vehicle wheel washing facilities and ensure proper dust storage and transportation.

Furthermore, real estate developers are required to create an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) for their projects to mitigate pollution effectively.

Restrictions on Construction During High AQI

Construction work is prohibited on public and private sites once the AQI exceeds 200. Contractors and developers are given 24 hours to bring their activities to a safe level, after which further construction cannot proceed until the AQI improves.

Industry Reaction

Real estate developers have largely supported the BMC's directives but have called for fair treatment across both public and private construction projects. Keval Valambhia, Chief Operating Officer of CREDAI-MCHI, expressed support, emphasizing the industry's commitment to improving environmental conditions. He also highlighted that CREDAI-MCHI had previously issued an advisory on air quality measures in October 2024.

As Mumbai continues to tackle poor air quality, these measures aim to reduce pollution from construction activities and ensure a healthier environment for residents.

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NEW DELHI, Nov 3 (Reuters) - India's capital New Delhi was wrapped in a thick layer of toxic haze on Friday and some schools were ordered closed as the air quality index (AQI) plummeted to the "severe" category.New Delhi again topped a real-time list of the world's most polluted cities compiled by Swiss group IQAir, which put the Indian capital's AQI at 640 in the "hazardous" category on Friday, followed by 335 in the Pakistani city of Lahore.Regional officials said a seasonal combination of lower temperatures, a lack of wind and crop stubble burning in neighbouring farm states had caused a spike in air pollutants.Many of New Delhi's 20 million residents complained of irritation in the eyes and itchy throats with the air turning a dense grey as the AQI hovered around 480 in some monitoring stations.An AQI of 0-50 is considered good while anything between 400-500 affects healthy people and is a danger to those with existing diseases."In my last 24 hours duty, I saw babies coughing, children coming with distress and rapid breathing," Aheed Khan, a Delhi-based doctor, said on social media platform X.There were fewer people in the city's parks such as Lodhi Garden and India Gate, popular with joggers.Residents snapped up air purifiers. One service centre for the appliances said there was a shortage of new filters and fresh stocks were expected on Monday.

Officials said they saw no immediate improvement in the air quality.

"This pollution level is here to stay for the next two to three weeks, aggravated by incidents of stubble burning, slow wind speed and cooling temperatures," said Ashwani Kumar, chairman of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee.

Farmers in the northern states of Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh typically burn crop waste after harvesting in October to clear their fields before sowing winter crops a few weeks later.

This year, attention on the worsening air quality has cast a shadow over the cricket World Cup hosted by India, with financial capital Mumbai also suffering from a spike in pollution levels.

Delhi hosts a World Cup match on Monday between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

A concentration of toxic PM2.5 particles, which are less than 2.5 microns in diameter and can cause deadly illness, was 53.4 times the World Health Organization's annual air quality guideline value in New Delhi on Friday, according to IQAir.

While junior schools in the capital were ordered shut for Friday and Saturday, they were open in the suburbs and children boarding school buses were forced to wear masks that had been put away since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poor air quality also caused respiratory problems, irritation in the eyes and restlessness in pet animals.

"Breathing trouble can develop into pneumonia or other ailments in younger animals. If possible, avoid taking pets out on morning walks for a few days till the air improves," said Prabhat Gangwar, a veterinarian at animal welfare NGO Friendicoes.

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My first solo 100 km cycling ride.

It was also 2024's first 100 kilometre cycling ride.

29-12-2024, Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm, I cycled and completed my seventh hundred km cycling ride in general.

I woke up a bit late & started even more late.

The city was having its bad day. It seems it is usual in winter. What seems like a cold morning is actually smog & pollution giving rise to poor air quality (AQI).

On one side are the green lungs of Mumbai (Aarey Milk Colony) & on the other side is one of the public transports of Mumbai, the metro. In between are the cars and I am cycling with the smog everywhere.

I passed by the time keepers of Mumbai & here are some brilliant public clocks of Mumbai.

Do I need to caption them?

I wanted to reach 60 km when I was in the town-side, so my 100 km is done by the time I reach home.

Colaba.

Afghan Church.

Horror show at the signal.

The demon & the witch.

Marine Drive.

Taraporewala Aquarium is still closed to the public.

Curves of the coastal road.

Siddhi Vinayak temple, Prabhadevi.

I was home by 5:45 pm and resting.

For more cycling rides, Check out the #Windtalkers.

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AQI News from India

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Dhaka's Air Quality Deteriorates, Ranks 18th Globally with AQI of 119 on Sunday Morning

Dhaka experienced a decline in air quality on Sunday morning, registering an Air Quality Index (AQI) score of 119 at 10 am. This placed the city at the 18th position among global cities with the poorest air quality. The AQI rankings revealed that Dhaka was outranked by cities like Delhi and Mumbai in India, Lahore in Pakistan, and Shenyang in China, which secured the top four spots with AQI…

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These 5 Locations To Have Air Purifiers in Mumbai As City Records Poor AQI

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BCCI’s Environmental Concerns: No Fireworks in Delhi and Mumbai World Cup Matches

Environmental Concerns Alter World Cup 2023 Matches

At every Indian stadium hosting a World Cup 2023 matches, fireworks, light, and sound performances have become commonplace. 

They have improved both the festive mood and the viewing experience. During India matches, the intensity increases; it’s quite a show. 

However, the forthcoming World Cup matches in Mumbai and Delhi are expected to bring about a change in circumstances. 

Because of the increasing pollution levels, the BCCI has decided to cancel pyrotechnics in both towns. 

After discussing the topic with the ICC, BCCI secretary Jay Shah stated he made the decision to forgo the usage of pyrotechnics at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium and Delhi’s Arun Jaitely Stadium.

“I recorded an authority grievance with the ICC, and subsequently, there won’t be any light shows in Delhi or Mumbai, which could raise the contamination level.In a statement, Jay Shah stated, “The Board is dedicated to addressing environmental concerns and will consistently prioritize the interests of our supporters and stakeholders.”

The ruling was made following the Bomabay High Court’s suo motu notice of the declining air quality in Mumbai during the previous few weeks.

Air Quality Concerns Impacting World Cup 

“The BCCI recognizes that the quality of the air in Mumbai and New Delhi is a critical concern. Shah proceeded, “We are focused on putting the wellbeing and security of every one of our partners first, even as we work to have the ICC World Cup such that praises the sport of cricket.

Three extra World Cup games are wanted to occur in Wankhede. On Thursday, India will play South Africa. Australia will play Afghanistan on November 7, and November 15 is the date of the principal semi-last. Assuming India comes to the semi-finals, they will play in Mumbai except if they are playing Pakistan, in which case the match will occur in Kolkata’s Eden Nurseries.

On November 6, in any case, the Bangladesh versus Sri Lanka match will happen at Delhi’s Arun Jaitely Arena.

Also Read: Shane Watson Honest Assessment: Mohammad Shami Takes Over at ICC World Cup 2023

The bad air quality in Mumbai was already highlighted in an Instagram story posted by India captain Rohit Sharma.

For the beyond couple of weeks, Mumbai’s weather conditions has been a reason to worry. The CPCB reports that Mumbai’s Air Quality File (AQI) is 161, or “moderate,” starting around Tuesday morning. On Sunday, the AQI was 152; by Monday morning, it was 143.

Source: ANI

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AQI LIVE Updates: Delhi's air remain ‘poor’; Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus record ‘very poor’ AQI | Mint - Mint

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my bua talking about mumbai: pata hai we got the 2nd worst AQI (air quality index) in the world this year

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