Kathmandu Valley engulfed in hazardous pollution with AQI hitting 'Very Unhealthy,' causing flight diversions and health concerns.
A dense haze enveloped Kathmandu Valley, leading to a spike in the Air Quality Index to 'Very Unhealthy' levels, with Bhaisipati registering a 'Hazardous' reading of
A dense haze enveloped Kathmandu Valley, leading to a spike in the Air Quality Index to 'Very Unhealthy' levels, with Bhaisipati registering a 'Hazardous' reading of 333. The severe pollution not only resulted in flight diversions but also posed health risks for the residents, underscoring a pressing environmental and public health emergency in Nepal.