Mumbai is currently experiencing its worst air quality not only because of environmental pollution but because of construction sites too. While many Mumbaikars may take it for granted, city experts advise taking timely precautions to avoid short-term and long-term effects. Those who suffer from respiratory diseases should be more careful
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Have you experienced persistent cough, throat irritation, burning eyes, or constantly found yourself covering your nose while travelling in Mumbai recently? It would be a lie if Mumbaikars said they aren’t concerned about the smog developing daily in the city. The severity has also made authorities issue guidelines for dust mitigation. Their non-compliance will make the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) take quick action against defaulters and even fine them.
With construction sites currently on the radar, the municipal corporation has said it has also put together an enforcement squad to make sure the measures are implemented. While smog guns and sprinklers are a part of the plan, according to a recent mid-day report, the sites have been told to raise their barriers and keep construction material covered.
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