- Thursday, 23 April 2026
Air pollution rises in Kathmandu Valley (Photo Feature)
Photo: Keshab Gurung/TRN
By TRN Online, Kathmadnu, April 23: Air pollution levels in the Kathmandu Valley have increased significantly in recent days, reaching an unhealthy range.
According to the international Air Quality Index (AQI), the Valley recorded an AQI of 204 today, placing it in the “very unhealthy” category. This level of pollution poses serious health risks, especially for sensitive groups.
With the rise in pollution, the sky over the Valley appears hazy, and the presence of dust and smoke in the atmosphere has noticeably increased. Photos: Keshab Gurung/TRN
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