The Mohali District Health Department has issued a public advisory urging residents to use precautions due to rising air pollution.

Colder weather combined with stubble burning significantly worsens air quality increasing the risk of illness especially among vulnerable groups of people.

The advisory also discourages open burning of wood, leaves, crop residue and waste as well as the use of firecrackers, which contribute to air pollution.

Children, elderly people, pregnant women, people suffering from chronic respiratory diseases and people with low immunity need to be more careful these days. The advisory recommends avoiding areas with heavy traffic and industrial emissions and checking the Air Quality Index (AQI) before planning outdoor activities.

Citizens are advised to visit the Ce

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