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7 Of The 13 Indian Cities Breathing ‘Good’ Air Are In Karnataka; Bengaluru Surprisingly Not On The List: CPCB Report

As per a recent report by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Bengaluru’s air quality is classified as ‘Moderate’.

by Tashika Tyagi
7 Of The 13 Indian Cities Breathing ‘Good’ Air Are In Karnataka; Bengaluru Surprisingly Not On The List: CPCB Report

While North India continues to reel under the effects of worsening air quality, several cities in Karnataka recorded the cleanest air in India. According to a recent report by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), 54% of the Indian cities with the cleanest air right now are in Karnataka. Scroll on to know more about this report.

These Cities In Karnataka Are Breathing The Best Air In India

Karnataka air
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As per CPCB’s latest report, released on Sunday, 7 out of the 13 Indian cities that are currently in the ‘Good’ air quality category are in Karnataka. According to Times Now, for this report, CPCB takes the average AQI of the past 24 hours into account. Cities like Chamarajanagar, Bagalkot, Haveri, Kolar, Madikeri, Mangaluru, and Vijayapura are enjoying the cleanest air in India right now.

According to reports, the lowest AQI recorded in India on Sunday was 44 for Karnataka’s Chamarajanagar area. The second-best air quality was reported in Karnataka’s Bagalkot with an AQI of 46. While Chamarajanagar is famous for the ancient temples in the region, it also has massive forest cover. This is helping the people in the region to breathe better. Bagalkot, another historic district, is located by the Ghataprabha River and has a lot of green covers that are helping make the region’s AQI better.

Bengaluru, known for its good weather, recorded a ‘Moderate’ AQI on Monday. As per Hindustan Times, the city’s AQI was 116 on Monday. This means children and people with respiratory ailments should limit their outdoor activities.

Also Read: AQI Update: Delhi’s Air Quality Improves As Mumbai Worsens; Check AQIs Of Other Major Cities In India

Other Indian Cities With ‘Good’ AQI

Karnataka air
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Besides Karnataka, the following cities made it to the ‘Good’ air quality category in India. These cities reported AQI of less than 50, as per the Central Pollution Control Board.

  • Aizawl, Mizoram
  • Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
  • Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
  • Thrissur, Kerala
  • Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
  • Kannur, Kerala

Also Read: Delhi: Demand For Nebulisers & Air Purifiers Rise Alarmingly Due To Respiratory Issues & Diseases Triggered By Air Pollution

What is the AQI like in your city? Let us know in the comments section.

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First Published: November 25, 2024 4:57 PM