Mumbai Faces Rising Air Pollution; Government Halts Construction Amid Health Concerns

Mumbai has experienced rising air pollution levels recently, with the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuating between 'poor' and 'unhealthy' categories in several areas. The Maharashtra government has halted construction activities statewide, citing environmental violations. While some locations report satisfactory AQI, others face severe pollution. Health concerns include respiratory issues and a reported link between pollution and lung cancer. Officials note no official adverse health impacts among vulnerable groups yet, but calls for urgent action continue.