Patna: While national attention remains fixed on Delhi’s toxic smog, environmental experts warn that Patna is slowly slipping into a similar danger zone. Over the past weeks, several areas in Patna have reported poor to very poor air quality, with high levels of dust, vehicular pollution, and construction-related particulate matter. Though Delhi continues to dominate headlines with AQI touching severe levels, residents of Patna must understand an uncomfortable truth — air quality here is no longer “safe” either.
Patna’s Pollution Situation
Locals across Rajendra Nagar, Kankarbagh, Bailey Road, Saguna More, and Danapur have been complaining of:
- Constant dust in the air
- Breathing discomfort while commuting
- Eye and throat irritation
- A visible layer of haze during the morning and evening
Environmental observers say Patna’s pollution rises at this time of the year due to slow winds, ongoing construction, high road dust, and winter inversion, which traps particles close to the ground.
While the AQI may not be as severe as Delhi’s worst days, it still regularly reaches unhealthy levels, making it dangerous for children, elders, and people with respiratory conditions.
Why Patna Should Stay Alert ?
Experts warn that if preventive measures are not taken, Patna could face the same pattern Delhi is battling: Continuous dust exposure Increased cases of asthma and cough Long-term lung damage Poor visibility and winter smog This winter, Patna’s air is already showing signs of deterioration — a signal that must not be ignored.
- Wear a mask when stepping outdoors, especially during peak morning and evening hours.
- Avoid early morning walks when pollution is highest.
- Keep windows closed during high-AQI hours to reduce indoor dust.
- Use wet mopping inside your home instead of dry sweeping.
- Drink warm water to ease throat irritation.
- Prefer public transport or carpooling to reduce traffic emissions.
- Keep an indoor plant (like aloe vera or money plant) for basic air purification.
- People with asthma should keep inhalers handy and avoid outdoor exertions
Health Tips & Safety Precautions for Patna Residents
A Warning, Not Just News.
Delhi’s crisis is a reminder of what uncontrolled pollution can do to a city. And Patna is not far behind. If authorities and citizens don’t take timely action, the city may face more smog, more dust, and more health emergencies in the coming months. The message is simple: Patna must wake up before the problem becomes unmanageable.