City Struggles with Worsening Air Quality
Air Quality Crisis in the City The city is facing a severe air quality crisis, with dense smog and increasing pollution levels significantly impacting visibility and public health. The situation has become alarming, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 153 in Lahore, according to IQAir, placing it in the 'unhealthy' category. This level of pollution is particularly concerning because the PM2.5 concentration was found to be 11.7 times higher than the World Health Organization's recommended limit. Key Areas Affected by Pollution Several areas within the city have been identified as the most polluted. These include: Allama Iqbal Town : Recorded an AQI of 183. Paragon Society : Had an AQI of 181. Samanabad : Noted an AQI of 179. Shadman Market : Experienced an AQI of 174. Syed Maratib Ali Road : Recorded an AQI of 172. Pine Avenue : Also had an AQI of 172. Near Ada Plot, Raiwind Road : Recorded an AQI of 166. Multan Road near Chong : Had an AQI of 165. These fig...