Lahore leads pollution chart, Karachi’s AQI hovers around ‘very unhealthy’ threshold
Lahore Leads Pollution Chart, Karachi’s AQI Hovers Around ‘Very Unhealthy’ Threshold
Air quality in Pakistan’s major cities continues to deteriorate, with Lahore topping the pollution charts and Karachi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) approaching the ‘very unhealthy’ category. Experts warn that prolonged exposure to such conditions can lead to severe respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, and other health complications.
Environmental authorities attributed the spike in pollution to vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and seasonal factors such as dust and smoke from crop burning. Lahore, in particular, has seen dense smog covering residential and commercial areas, reducing visibility and affecting daily life.
Health officials have urged citizens to take precautions, including limiting outdoor activities, wearing protective masks, and using air purifiers indoors. Schools and workplaces have also been advised to implement measures to safeguard vulnerable populations, especially children and the elderly.
The government is under pressure to introduce stricter environmental regulations, promote cleaner energy solutions, and enforce vehicle emission standards to curb pollution levels. Public awareness campaigns are being launched to educate people on mitigating personal exposure and contributing to environmental protection.
خلاصہ (اردو میں):
لاہور پاکستان میں آلودگی کی فہرست میں سر فہرست ہے، جبکہ کراچی کا اے کیو آئی ‘انتہائی نقصان دہ’ کے قریب ہے۔ ماہرین نے شہریوں کو صحت کے تحفظ کے لیے احتیاطی تدابیر اختیار کرنے کی ہدایت کی ہے۔
