Mumbai's Air Pollution Crisis: A Battle Against the Haze

Mumbai faces a severe air pollution crisis, with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation issuing stop-work notices to construction sites. The Bombay High Court rejected claims that volcanic ash from Ethiopia caused the poor air quality. Measures to combat the issue are being demanded across the city.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has issued stop-work notices to 53 construction sites for contributing to air pollution, as Mumbai deals with worsening Air Quality Index (AQI) levels.

Authorities are warning of strict action if air quality sensors are found non-operational, emphasizing the need for compliance with pollution control measures.

Civic efforts include transitioning bakeries to cleaner fuels and enhancing AQI monitoring systems. Legal and political voices are urging more action, stressing that Mumbai's pollution crisis is a public health emergency.

(With inputs from agencies.)