Lahore named world's most polluted city as Pakistan blames India for smog

Lahore, Pakistan, has been declared the world's most polluted city, with an air quality index (AQI) reading of 1,900. The Punjab government has blamed India for the pollution, citing winds carrying smog from Indian cities. In response to the pollution crisis, Lahore has implemented a "green lockdown," closing primary schools and advising residents to stay indoors. Authorities are also restricting vehicle emissions and halting construction in certain areas. Pakistan plans to raise the issue of cross-border pollution with India, as previous claims have linked Indian agricultural practices to Lahore's smog. However, some reports suggest local factors, like transportation emissions, are the primary cause of the city's air quality issues.