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Madhya Pradesh Weather Alert: Air Quality Deteriorates in Gwalior, Ujjain, Mandideep as Temperatures Drop to 12.5°C
✍️ Free Press Journal
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 01:33 PM
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Madhya Pradesh authorities report worsening air quality in Gwalior, Ujjain, and Mandideep, while temperatures fell to 12.5°C, prompting advisories for residents.
The state’s meteorological department released a weather update on Monday, noting a sharp decline in air quality across three major cities – Gwalior, Ujjain, and Mandideep – coupled with a significant drop in temperature to 12.5°C.
Air quality indices in all three locations climbed to the ‘unhealthy’ range, with particulate matter (PM2.5) levels exceeding safe limits. The rise is attributed to stagnant air masses and increased industrial emissions during the cooler season.
The temperature drop, the lowest recorded in recent weeks, has led to cooler mornings and evenings, affecting daily routines and outdoor activities. Residents in the affected areas are advised to limit prolonged exposure to outdoor air and to keep windows closed during peak pollution hours.
Health officials have urged vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and those with respiratory conditions to stay indoors and use air purifiers if available. The government has also activated emergency response teams to monitor air quality and provide real‑time updates to the public.
Air quality indices in all three locations climbed to the ‘unhealthy’ range, with particulate matter (PM2.5) levels exceeding safe limits. The rise is attributed to stagnant air masses and increased industrial emissions during the cooler season.
The temperature drop, the lowest recorded in recent weeks, has led to cooler mornings and evenings, affecting daily routines and outdoor activities. Residents in the affected areas are advised to limit prolonged exposure to outdoor air and to keep windows closed during peak pollution hours.
Health officials have urged vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and those with respiratory conditions to stay indoors and use air purifiers if available. The government has also activated emergency response teams to monitor air quality and provide real‑time updates to the public.