AQI of Kathmandu improves, ranked 18th most polluted city globally
Summary
The Air Quality Index in Kathmandu Valley has improved to 99, reducing its rank from the 3rd to the 18th most polluted city globally as wind speeds increased and helped clear pollutants.
Key Points
- Kathmandu's Air Quality Index (AQI) improved from 191 to 99, reducing pollution levels significantly.
- Air pollution in Kathmandu Valley decreases with rain and increased wind speed, as dust and particles are carried away.
- Kathmandu dropped from being the 3rd to the 18th most polluted city globally.
- Experts recommend sustainable development, vehicle smoke testing, and wildfire control to manage air pollution.
