Lahore has once again ranked as the world’s most polluted city, despite ongoing efforts by the Punjab government to curb smog and enhance air quality.
According to IQAir’s latest Air Quality Index (AQI) report, Lahore recorded a hazardous AQI level of 349, placing it at the top of the global pollution list. The city’s air has been categorized as “Very Unhealthy,” posing serious health threats to millions of residents.
Delhi followed with an AQI of 283, while Tashkent ranked third at 192. Other South Asian cities, including Karachi (165), Kolkata (163), and Dhaka (158), also appeared among the top ten most polluted cities worldwide.
Despite repeated smog warnings and short-term industrial restrictions, Lahore continues to suffer from thick layers of pollution caused by vehicular emissions, dust, and crop burning.
The Punjab government has vowed to strengthen its anti-smog measures, but progress has been slow. Experts warn that with winter approaching, the city’s air quality could worsen further without immediate, sustained action.
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