More than 9.4 million lives in low- and middle-income countries could be saved annually if WHO air quality guidelines for PM2.5 are met, according to a new study. Researchers found that cleaner air would also reduce major diseases and generate significant economic gains through lower healthcare costs and higher productivity.
Construction of the 6.2-km Uppal-Narapally elevated corridor in Hyderabad has slowed significantly despite the completion of its concrete piers, with girder installation yet to begin. Daily commuters and local traders are facing severe traffic congestion, dust and poor road conditions.
The Telangana government has mandated the installation of low-cost sensors at construction and stone crusher sites in Hyderabad to monitor air quality. These sensors, connected to the Pollution Control Board, will track PM10 and PM2.5 levels in real time. The move follows growing complaints from residents about dust clouds and deteriorating air quality.
