Rohit Sharma and High Court Address Mumbai's Air Crisis; BMC's Response Still Awaited!

Mumbai's festive preparations are overshadowed by a concerning smoggy blanket post-monsoon.

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Cricket icon Rohit Sharma's Instagram post voices a shared sentiment: "Mumbai, yeh kya ho gaya?"

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The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) shows a troubling trend, with more 'poor' and 'very poor' days.

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Vile Parle recently recorded an alarming AQI of 411, signaling a pressing environmental challenge.

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Despite rising pollution levels, the BMC's health advisories remain notably absent.

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Breathing in Mumbai's air now equates to the health risks of smoking multiple cigarettes daily.

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The Bombay High Court is stepping in, seeking answers on air quality from key city bodies.

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Health experts emphasize the urgency of advisories, especially for those with respiratory conditions.

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As Mumbai gears up for its next cricket match, the real contest is against deteriorating air quality.

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