Pollen From Russian Poplar Trees Triggers Health Concern In Kashmir, India

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Pollen From Russian Poplar Trees Triggers Health Concern In Kashmir, India

A man rides a bicycle as pollen from Russian poplar trees fills the air along a road in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, on May 08, 2026. Pollen from Russian poplar trees, particularly the female Populus deltoides species, appears as white, cotton-like seed fluff that spreads across Srinagar during April and May. The airborne pollen is associated with respiratory problems and allergies, including asthma, allergic rhinitis, eye irritation, sneezing, and throat infections. Kashmir is experiencing a significant increase in pollen allergy cases, with health experts estimating that nearly 30 percent of the Valley's population is affected by pollen-related allergic reactions. (Photo by Firdous Nazir/NurPhoto)


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