Air pollution is increasing in Kathmandu, urge to be aware
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Media Baaji
- Tue, 17 February 2026
Kathmandu. Air pollution has increased in Kathmandu Valley. The air quality index (AQI) which was 178 on Monday noon has reached 191 by noon today. This level falls under the 'unhealthy for all' category, which can especially affect children, the elderly and respiratory and heart patients more.
Today, air pollution in Kathmandu Valley has reached an unhealthy level. According to Air Quality Index AQI, today Kathmandu is listed as the third most polluted city in the world. India's Delhi is ranked first with 229 AQI and Pakistan's Lahore is ranked second with 203 AQI.
Director General of Environment Department Gyanraj Subedi said that if there is no rain, the pollution may increase further in the coming days. He says that the amount of pollution will be high during a long dry season as the rain helps to wash the dust and particles in the air to the ground. Director General Subedi informed that suggestions have been made to relevant agencies to effectively implement sustainable and environment-friendly development measures.
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