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Punjab's Most Polluted City in October: Air Quality Concerns Rise
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 08:39 AM
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In October, a city in Punjab recorded the highest pollution levels, while Chandigarh enjoyed cleaner air, prompting authorities to enforce the National Clean Air Programme.
The city recorded the highest pollution levels in Punjab for October, with PM2.5 concentrations surpassing safe limits. The spike is linked to widespread bonfire burning, industrial activity, and heavy vehicular traffic. In contrast, Chandigarh maintained cleaner air, with pollutant levels below the threshold. Authorities have therefore activated the National Clean Air Programme in these cities to curb pollution and protect public health.