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Mumbai breathes easier: PM levels drop up to 17% in cleanest Q1 in 3 years

Mumbai experienced its cleanest first quarter in three years, with significant drops in PM2.5 and PM10 levels in early 2026. This improvement, attributed to favorable weather and stricter construction dust control by the BMC, saw the city largely in 'Satisfactory' air quality. Despite local hotspots persisting, the data highlights the impact of sustained enforcement.

8 Apr 2026 1:44 pm