Pakistan: Lahore tops global pollution index as hazardous smog engulfs Punjab

Lahore [Pakistan], November 16, 2025 (ANI): Punjab's worsening air pollution crisis intensified on Saturday, with Lahore once again listed among the world's most polluted cities, Dawn reported.

For the fourth consecutive day, thick smog enveloped major parts of the provincial capital, drastically reducing visibility and raising serious health concerns for millions of residents.

Citing air quality data from IQAir, the report said Lahore's Air Quality Index AQI surged to a "hazardous" level of 577 in the early hours, placing it among the most polluted cities globally. Although the air showed marginal improvement later in the day, the metropolis was still ranked the second most polluted city worldwide.

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