The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Mumbai currently stands at 104, placing the city in the ‘moderate’ category. This reflects a decline in air quality compared to Friday, when the AQI was recorded at 88, categorised as ‘satisfactory’.
According to data from the Centre’s SAMEER application, several parts of the city reported significantly elevated pollution levels. Siddharth Nagar in Worli registered an AQI of 276, while Sion recorded 206, both falling under the ‘very poor’ category. Other locations including Bhandup West (103), Deonar (158), Chakala (108), and Bandra-Kurla Complex (140) were classified within the ‘moderate’ category.
In contrast, multiple areas reported comparatively improved air quality. Chembur recorded an AQI of 92, Colaba 74, Bandra East 91, Malad West 85, Sewri 60, and Vile Parle 64, all falling under the ‘satisfactory’ category.
At prevailing AQI levels, sensitive groups including individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma, as well as those with heart or lung diseases, may experience breathing discomfort. While overall air quality remains manageable for the general population, distinct pockets across the city continue to register elevated pollution levels, highlighting sharp environmental disparities within Mumbai.
The prevailing conditions underline a continued challenge for urban air quality management, as fluctuating pollution levels across neighbourhoods reflect persistent environmental stress despite overall moderate citywide readings.
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