17 Oct2026
Mumbai Faces Rising Pollution and Delayed Infrastructure Openings
Mumbai is experiencing rising air pollution levels, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 181, prompting advice for sensitive individuals to exercise caution. Additionally, three major bridges – the Sion railway overbridge, Vidyavihar flyover, and the Goregaon-Mulund Link Road flyover – are awaiting inauguration despite being completed, causing continued traffic congestion for commuters.
Source: The Times of India