The Lahore city recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 73, placing it in the “moderate” category, where air quality is generally acceptable but may pose a slight health risk to sensitive individuals. Despite this relatively manageable AQI level, the concentration of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) remained a concern, measuring 4.2 times higher than […]
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City’s average AQI recorded at 147
The city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 147, placing it in the category of “unhealthy for sensitive groups.” This means that individuals who are more vulnerable to air pollution – including children, the elderly, and people suffering from respiratory or heart diseases – may begin to experience adverse health effects and are […]
Lahore’s average AQI recorded at 156
The city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 156, placing it in the “unhealthy” category, according to air monitoring data released on Wednesday. At this level, air pollution poses health risks to the general population, while individuals with respiratory or heart conditions, children, and the elderly may experience more serious effects. Residents were […]
Lahore’s AQI recorded at 163
The city’s air quality remained at concerning levels, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 163, placing it in the “unhealthy” category. The concentration of fine particulate matter (PM2.5), one of the most dangerous forms of air pollution, was recorded at 14.6 times higher than the annual guideline value recommended by the World […]
Lahore records 196 average AQI
The average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded in the Lahore city stood at 196, placing it in the unhealthy category and indicating poor air quality conditions. At the same time, PM2.5 concentrations were measured at 24 times higher than the World Health Organization’s annual PM2.5 guideline value, highlighting severe air pollution that poses serious health […]
Lahore air quality improves despite dry weather
Lahore’s air quality has shown steady improvement in 2026 compared to last year, despite below-average rainfall and dry seasonal conditions, according to a report released by the Punjab Environment Protection and Climate Change Department on Monday. Read More: Lahore’s air quality shows marked improvement The report highlighted that the city’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) improved […]
Lahore records 364 average AQI
The provincial capital continued to experience hazardous air quality on Monday, with the average AQI rising to 364. According to IQAir data, PM2.5 levels were 33.7 times higher than the World Health Organization’s annual guideline value. The most polluted areas of the city were Barki Road (658), Bedian Road (657), DHA Phase VI (571), B […]
Lahore remains among world’s most polluted cities
Lahore continued to rank among the most polluted cities in the world for the second consecutive day, with hazardous air quality persisting across the provincial capital and several other cities in Punjab, according to air quality monitoring data released on Monday. Read More: Air pollution in Lahore reaches critical stage Data compiled by IQAir showed extremely high Air Quality […]
Lahore’s AQI improved by 42% due to govt’s efforts, says Punjab CM
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over the significant improvement in Lahore’s air quality, noting a 42 per cent reduction in the Air Quality Index compared to the corresponding period last year. In a statement, she said empirical data shows clear improvement in 23 out of the 30 days of November 2025, […]
Lahore’s AQI stands at 291 as anti-smog measures intensified
The provincial metropolis recorded an average AQI of 291 on Sunday, placing it in the “very unhealthy” category. According to IQAir data, the PM2.5 concentration was 28.4 times higher than the World Health Organization’s annual guideline. In the provincial capital Lahore, due to the increase in pollution due to northwesterly winds, the Punjab government has […]