Intensity of smog in Lahore decreased, but still ranked as fourth most polluted city in the world

LAHORE, Nov 25 (SABAH): The intensity of smog in Lahore has decreased, but the provincial capital has still ranked as the fourth most polluted city in the world.

The overall air quality index (AQI) of the city recorded at 242, with DHA area reporting an AQI of 366, while Ghazi Road Interchange saw an AQI of 294.

With schools, colleges, and universities now open, the use of face masks has been made mandatory for students.

In Multan and Faisalabad, the AQI was recorded at 196 and 164. In Gujranwala, Peshawar and Karachi, the AQI stood at 164, 151 and 107.

Meanwhile, aacademic activities across the 36 districts of Punjab were restored on November 20 after the air quality showed a little improvement.

The provincial government announced the reopening of all educational institutions, including private schools, across Punjab, with Lahore and Multan Divisions included.