Lahore Tops Global Pollution Rankings: PM2.5 Levels 25 Times Above WHO Guidelines

Oct 29, 2025 10:23 am CST

Lahore, Pakistan has been ranked the world's most polluted city for the second time in a week, with air quality index reaching 312 and PM2.5 levels 25 times above WHO guidelines. The toxic smog is causing serious health risks while authorities implement emergency measures including crackdowns on industrial emissions and artificial rain to combat the environmental crisis.