Mumbai Weather: Winter in Mumbai! Increasing air pollution affects citizens health
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Mumbaikars are experiencing a hint of winter but are falling ill due to increasing air pollution. The air in the city and suburbs is proving harmful to health, affecting health.
Due to increased air pollution, problems like respiratory issues, cough, allergies, and eye irritation have started affecting Mumbai residents. The average air quality index in Mumbai is around 165 to 170. An AQI level between 150 and 200 is considered harmful to health, indicating a level of pollution that is dangerous.
The ongoing construction of buildings, roads, bridges, and metros in Mumbai has spread a reign of dust. As a result, it is directly affecting health. Citizens believe that it is necessary for the municipal corporation to bring this under control.
Although the onset of winter is felt in Mumbai, air pollution has become a major problem.
AQI is 165–170, and this level is considered harmful to health.
Increase in complaints of respiratory issues, allergies, cough, and eye irritation.
Dust pollution has increased due to construction, roads, and metro projects in the city.
Citizens have demanded immediate measures to control pollution.