Dhaka’s Air Quality Ranks 2nd Worst Globally on Sunday Morning

Dhaka, on Sunday morning, clinched the unenviable title of the second-worst city globally for air quality, with an AQI score of 175 at 9 am, underscoring the city’s persistent battle with pollution. The air quality index categorized Sunday’s air as unhealthy, reflecting the concerning levels of particulate matter and pollutants in the atmosphere. Such conditions pose significant health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Meanwhile, India’s Delhi, Indonesia’s Jakarta, and China’s Wuhan occupied the top positions on the list, indicating widespread air quality challenges across the region. The AQI serves as a crucial tool for assessing daily air quality, guiding individuals on potential health implications associated with pollution exposure. Dhaka’s struggle with air pollution is a longstanding issue, exacerbated during winter months and somewhat alleviated during the monsoon season. Addressing these concerns is critical, as air pollution remains a leading cause of mortality worldwide, as highlighted by the World Health Organization.