Air pollution worsens in Lahore as AQI reaches 520 in some areas

With an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 253, Lahore ranks at the top of the list of the world’s most polluted cities due to the city’s alarmingly high levels of air pollution.

Burki Road and the adjacent communities have the highest AQI of 520 among the most afflicted locations. The districts surrounding Government College University reported an AQI of 392, while Gulberg came in second with 457.

Samanabad had an AQI of 363, followed by Defence at 332, Model Town at 324, and Iqbal Town at 304. The AQI for Achhra and the surrounding surroundings was 281.

Global air monitoring systems report that winds in Lahore are coming from the northwest at a speed of eight kilometres per hour.

To protect themselves from the negative effects of air pollution, medical professionals have recommended individuals to avoid needless outside activities, wear masks, and keep windows closed at their homes and places of business.