Revellers flocked some of the famous hangout spots in Mumbai to usher in the weekend despite haze and smog covering the city's skyline (PICS/ATUL KAMBLE, NIMESH DAVE, and ANURAG AHIRE)
Updated On: 2024-12-27 06:44 PM IST
Compiled by : Divya Nair
Haze covers Mumbai's skyline at Marine Drive
Mumbai's AQI remained in the moderate category at 152
However, in south Mumbai, several places recorded an AQI above 200, which is 'poor' category of air quality
Kids play cricket in Dadar
The visibility was poor at Dadar Shivaji Park
Meanwhile, as air pollution levels continue to rise in Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has revised guidelines issued last year for construction sites
In Bandra, revellers enjoy the sea at Carter Road
Bandra recorded an AQI of 153
The city has been experiencing haze and smog for the past few days
According to IMD, the hazy conditions will continue for the next 48 hours
In the western suburbs, Kandivali, Malad and Borivali were also covered in haze
Borivali recorded an AQI of 206 while Kandivali West and East remained in the moderate category at 146 and 117, respectively
In Malad, the AQI was in the poor category at 264
BMC said sensor-based air pollution monitoring systems will be installed at all construction project work sites and immediate action to be taken if pollution levels are detected above the limit
