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IN PHOTOS: Massive dust rises in Mumbai's Khar during building demolition

Updated On: 06 April, 2026 08:08 PM IST | Tarun Verma

Massive dust was seen rising at a street in Khar West area of Mumbai on Monday as an old building was being demolished for redevelopment. PICS/SHADAB KHAN

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Massive dust particles fill the air near 16th Road on Monday afternoon. PICS/SHADAB KHAN

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Massive dust particles fill the air near 16th Road on Monday afternoon. PICS/SHADAB KHAN
The redevelopment projects in parts of Mumbai are on the rise lately, reportedly leading sources of air pollution

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The redevelopment projects in parts of Mumbai are on the rise lately, reportedly leading sources of air pollution

Meanwhile, the city’s air quality remained in the satisfactory category on Monday

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Meanwhile, the city’s air quality remained in the satisfactory category on Monday

As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Mumbai recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52 on Monday morning, indicating minimal impact, though sensitive individuals may experience minor breathing discomfort.

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As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Mumbai recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 52 on Monday morning, indicating minimal impact, though sensitive individuals may experience minor breathing discomfort.

The Mumbai civic body has set strict guidelines for construction activites in the city

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The Mumbai civic body has set strict guidelines for construction activites in the city

Earlier, the BMC had also taken strict action against violations during construction activities those were found contributing to Mumbai's air pollution

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Earlier, the BMC had also taken strict action against violations during construction activities those were found contributing to Mumbai's air pollution

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