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AQI very high in Asansol, alarming rise of air pollution in past two days
The Statesman
|November 25, 2024
With the onset of winter, Asansol's Air Quality Index (AQI) has deteriorated significantly, with air pollution levels reaching alarming levels in recent days.
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The AQI in the Court area is particularly severe, registering at 275, while Evelyn Lodge has recorded a reading of 251.
Asansol is now categorized in the fifth category of the AQI, indicating a critical level of air pollution. The six categories of AQI are as follows: 0-50, 51-100, 101-150, 151-200, 201-300, and above 300 (critical).
Currently, Asansol ranks among the 70 most polluted cities in India.
This story is from the November 25, 2024 edition of The Statesman.
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