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Air Pollution Fizzles Out In Nepal After Pre-monsoon Rainfall
Clouds form over Kathmandu, Nepal, after pre-monsoon rainfall reduces air pollution, as seen from a hill station surrounding the city on March 22, 2026. Air pollution in the country, including the capital, Kathmandu, has decreased significantly. The Air Quality Index (AQI) previously stood at 178, making Kathmandu the second most polluted city in the world a week ago. The AQI has now sharply declined to 60. An AQI measurement from 0 to 50 is considered 'good', while 51 to 100 'requires alertness'. Levels from 100 to 150 are 'unhealthy' for people with respiratory and heart diseases. An AQI from 151 to 200 is 'unhealthy for all', 201 to 300 is 'very unhealthy', and above 300 is 'very dangerous'. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13485053 |
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| Photographer | Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto |
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