[1] The air quality of Karachi has been deteriorating over the years, with pollution levels often exceeding safe limits set by the World Health Organization (WHO).
[2] Karachi's air quality index (AQI) has risen to an unhealthy level of 193, making it the fourth most polluted city in the world.
All types of forests along Sindh's coastline, including mangroves, which used to help absorb carbon dioxide and clean air in Karachi, have dwindled to alarming levels.
[6] Despite the alarming situation, the claims of the federal and government of Sindhs to invest heavily in the city to improve the environment and public health are nothing but lies and misinformation.
[7][8] In light of deteriorating air quality, Sindh Caretaker Chief Minister Justice (Rtd) Maqbool Baqar has appealed to the public to ensure the use of face masks.