Bhogi Celebrations in Chennai Lead to Surge in Air Pollution Despite Governments Smoke-Free Request
Posted on: 14/Jan/2024 10:17:08 AM
Despite the State government`s call for a smoke-free Bhogi celebration, monitoring stations across Chennai reported a surge in the Air Quality Index (AQI) on Sunday morning.
The increase was attributed to the burning of old household items, a traditional part of Bhogi festivities. Early morning burning, coupled with fog, led to throat and eye irritation in certain areas.
Real-time AQI data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) revealed an AQI of 126 in Alandur at 8 am, compared to 111 the previous Saturday in the southern part of the city. Arumbakkam and Ennore recorded AQI levels of 216 and 232, respectively, on the day of the celebration. Despite the government`s efforts, the pollution from Bhogi festivities impacted air quality in Chennai.
The increase was attributed to the burning of old household items, a traditional part of Bhogi festivities. Early morning burning, coupled with fog, led to throat and eye irritation in certain areas.
Real-time AQI data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) revealed an AQI of 126 in Alandur at 8 am, compared to 111 the previous Saturday in the southern part of the city. Arumbakkam and Ennore recorded AQI levels of 216 and 232, respectively, on the day of the celebration. Despite the government`s efforts, the pollution from Bhogi festivities impacted air quality in Chennai.
