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Chandigarh's Air Quality Index Improves, But Dust Pollution Remains a Concern

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The city of Chandigarh has seen an improvement in its air quality index, recording a moderate AQI of 124 on Tuesday, compared to 136 on Monday. However, the air quality remains in the yellow category, posing health risks to people with asthma, heart, and lung diseases. The city has seen varying levels of air quality over the past week, with the highest AQI of 174 recorded on Wednesday, attributed to post-Diwali effects. Meanwhile, the day temperature saw a slight decline to 31.6°C, while the minimum temperature climbed to 16.6°C.

Key Takeaways:

  • The air quality index in Chandigarh improved to 124 (moderate) on Tuesday, compared to 136 on Monday, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.
  • The air quality has remained in the yellow or 'moderate' category for the past week, posing health risks to people with asthma, heart, and lung diseases.
  • Various initiatives are being taken to improve the air quality, including issuing guidelines for mechanized road sweeping machines, anti-smog guns, and water sprinklers to reduce dust pollution.
  • Formal notices have been issued to government departments, including the municipal corporation, engineering department, and others, demanding immediate action to curb dust emissions and improve road and waste management practices.
  • The highest AQI in the past one week was recorded on Wednesday at 174, likely due to post-Diwali effects.
  • The lowest AQI was 105 on Sunday, and it rose again to 136 on Monday before easing again.

Statistics:

  • The air quality index (AQI) in Chandigarh improved to 124 (moderate) on Tuesday.
  • The highest AQI in the past one week was 174 on Wednesday.
  • The lowest AQI was 105 on Sunday.
  • The average day temperature in the past week was 31.6°C, with a slight decline from 32.5°C on Friday.
  • The minimum temperature climbed to 16.6°C, up from the season's lowest of 15.9°C.

Sources:

  • Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data
  • Hindustan Times
  • Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee (CPCC) member secretary Saurabh Kumar

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