Bombay High Court Rejects Ethiopian Volcanic Ash as Cause for Mumbai's Persistent Air Pollution Crisis

Nov 27, 2025 07:05 pm CST

The Bombay High Court has dismissed claims that Ethiopia's volcanic eruption caused Mumbai's deteriorating air quality, emphasizing that pollution levels were problematic long before the event. With AQI consistently exceeding 300, the court is seeking effective measures to address this environmental crisis comparable to Delhi's alarming situation, highlighting urgent concerns about urban air quality and public health in India's financial capital.