Mumbai Air Pollution: Bombay
The Indian city of Mumbai, also known as Bombay, is struggling with severe air pollution. The city's air quality has deteriorated significantly over the years, causing health problems for its citizens.
According to a report by the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR), the air quality in Mumbai has consistently remained in the "very poor" category, with particulate matter (PM) levels exceeding the permissible limits.
“We are concerned about the health impacts of air pollution on Mumbai’s residents. The city needs to take urgent action to improve air quality.”
The main causes of air pollution in Mumbai are:
- Vehicle emissions
- Industrial activities
- Construction and demolition activities
- Open burning of garbage and waste
To mitigate the effects of air pollution, the government and citizens can take the following steps:
- Implementing policies to reduce vehicle emissions
- Enforcing regulations on industrial activities
- Promoting the use of public transport and non-motorized vehicles
- Implementing waste management systems
“Air pollution is a collective responsibility. We need to work together to create a cleaner, healthier environment for our citizens.”
Author's summary: Mumbai's air pollution problem requires immediate attention and action from the government, citizens, and industries to reduce emissions and improve air quality.
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