Dhaka, April 7 -- Dhaka's air quality continues to rank among the worst in the world, posing a grave threat to public health, according to health experts and environmental watchdogs.
Thick smog, dust, and airborne pollutants have become a daily reality for the city's over 20 million residents. In recent months, Air Quality Index (AQI) readings in Dhaka have frequently exceeded 200-classified as "very unhealthy" by global standards.
"Air pollution in Dhaka is a silent killer," said Dr. Kasedul Islam Nayan, a health expert told The New Nation. "We are seeing a sharp rise in asthma, bronchitis, lung infections, and even heart-related conditions, especially among children and the elderly."
Construction dust, vehicle emissions, unregulated br...