JAMMU, Nov. 10 -- In view of the rising Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in Jammu, the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) has intensified its efforts to combat air pollution and ensure cleaner, safer air for the city's residents. The Corporation has put in place several on-ground and regulatory measures under the directions of JMC Commissioner Dr. Devansh Yadav to control dust and particulate emissions, particularly from vehicular movement and construction activities.
The AQI is a scientific index that indicates how clean or polluted the air is, along with the potential health risks associated with exposure to polluted air. A higher AQI value signifies greater levels of pollution and an increased risk to public health. The AQI scale is divide...