Mumbai woke up on Tuesday to a mildly cool morning, with minimum temperatures slipping just below 22 degrees Celsius. What many expected to be a pleasant start quickly turned uncomfortable as a thick layer of smog blanketed the city, reducing visibility and causing eye irritation and breathing discomfort among early commuters. The conditions once again underscored the increasing prevalence of pollution-related health issues across the metropolis.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), clear skies are expected through the day, with maximum temperatures likely to rise to around 34 degrees Celsius by afternoon. While the early-morning nip is set to continue for a few more days, there is still no clarity on when the city can expect a meaningful improvement in air quality.