💨 Abstract

Pakistan's Punjab province declared a health emergency due to toxic smog, causing the closure of schools for an additional week, universities shifting to online classes, and banning construction. Hundreds of thousands of Muslims prayed for rain and forgiveness during a voluntary prayer session. The smog is caused by dust, diesel fumes, and smoke from illegal stubble burning, worsening in recent years.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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