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India Faces Severe Air Quality Challenges in Key Cities

While some cities report hazardous AQI levels, others experience poor to fine air quality alongside varied weather conditions.

  • Patna and Lucknow report hazardous AQI levels of 500, with outdoor activities strongly discouraged to protect public health.
  • Mumbai records a very poor AQI of 357, urging residents, especially those with respiratory issues, to limit time outdoors and use protective measures.
  • Hyderabad and Pune experience poor air quality with AQI levels of 238 and 250, respectively, highlighting health risks for sensitive groups.
  • Chennai stands out with fine air quality at an AQI of 50, despite experiencing light rain and high humidity levels.
  • Weather forecasts across cities indicate varied conditions, with clear skies in Lucknow and Patna, clouds in Mumbai and Hyderabad, and rain in Chennai.
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