Air pollution in Lahore
Air pollution in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan is a recurring issue.
Causes
Causes may include agricultural burning, vehicle emissions, and factory emissions. In November 2024, certain high-smog devices were temporarily banned, including unfiltered barbeques at restaurants and auto rickshaws. Pakistan has blamed India for air pollution, however Pakistani citizens do not agree.Outbreaks
November 2017
In November 2017 flights were cancelled because of air pollution.January 2019
In January 2019 a smog wave prompted measures to reduce air pollution going forward.April 2020
In April 2020 there was an outbreak of air pollution following the end of a COVID-19 lockdown in Pakistan.November 2021
An outbreak of smog in November 2021 has made it difficult for citizens to breathe and colds, flu are common. While according to the latest statistics, Lahore is in the top contenders in terms of air pollution. The highest 680 AQI was recorded in Kot Lakhpat area of Lahore.5 special squads have been formed to fight smog, Metropolitan Corporation Lahore, Water and Sanitation Agency, police, district administration and Lahore Electric Supply Company Lahore jumped more than 10 places to become the city with the worst air in the world in 2021, according to an annual global survey by a Swiss maker of air purifiers.