Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad are struggling with dangerously poor air quality, with pollution levels touching alarming levels across several areas. Regions with heavy construction and dense residential projects—especially Hinjewadi and Wakad—are among the worst affected. The situation worsened further after Diwali fireworks, pushing Pune into the list of the most polluted cities in Maharashtra.

Even before Diwali celebrations began, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in many parts of the city had already crossed worrying levels. Bhumkar Chowk in Wakad recorded an AQI of 315, categorised as “very poor,” after a 37-point rise within a day. In other areas, Hinjewadi Infotech Park recorded an AQI of 196, while Bhosari stood at 342, Nigdi at 341, and Bhumkar Chowk at 313. The data reflects a sharp spike

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