Air Quality Worsens Across Indian Cities with Hazardous Levels Reported

Several Indian cities, including Noida, Patna, and Pune, recorded hazardous AQI levels on December 20, 2024, raising health concerns for residents.

• Noida, Patna, and Pune reported AQI levels of 500, categorized as hazardous, prompting warnings against outdoor activities.
• Punjab and Lucknow faced very poor air quality, with AQI levels of 387 and 324, respectively, posing risks to vulnerable groups.
• Hyderabad and Indore recorded poor air quality with AQI levels of 205 and 244, urging residents to minimize exposure to outdoor pollution.
• Chennai maintained good air quality with an AQI of 40, while Jammu and Kashmir and Uttarakhand reported minimal or no air quality concerns.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) advised using masks and air purifiers in affected cities and monitoring AQI updates for safety.

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