PM10 in India
Particulate matter smaller than 10 micrometres, including dust, pollen, mould and construction debris. It reaches the upper respiratory tract.
WHO guideline
15 µg/m³ annual mean
India NAAQS
60 µg/m³ annual (NAAQS)
Unit
µg/m³
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Where PM10 comes from
- Road dust (a dominant contributor in Indian cities)
- Construction and demolition
- Open burning of waste
- Industrial process emissions
- Sandstorms and natural dust
- Tyre and brake wear
How PM10 harms human health
- Aggravated asthma and bronchitis
- Reduced lung function
- Eye, nose and throat irritation
- Increased respiratory infections in children
- Premature death in people with heart or lung disease
What you can do
Reduce personal exposure with N95 masks during peak hours, run a HEPA purifier indoors, and switch to clean transport where possible. Push for systemic change: file an RTI, attend NCAP city consultations, demand transparent station data from your municipality.
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