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Graded Response Action Plan: The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has directed Delhi and neighbouring NCR state governments to ensure immediate and strict compliance with the Supreme Court’s order mandating the postponement of outdoor physical sports competitions during periods of adverse air quality.

In a draft communication dated December 13, shared on X, the CAQM flagged concerns that despite clear directions issued earlier, some schools and institutions in Delhi-NCR were still conducting outdoor sports activities, potentially exposing children to serious health risks.

The directions stem from a November 19 order of the Supreme Court in the MC Mehta vs Union of India case, which had underscored the dangers posed by deteriorating air quality, especially to children.