Abstract

Urban air pollution is a growing environmental and health challenge in developing countries, driven by industrialization, enlargement of vehicular traffic, and population density. This study focuses on two distinct monitoring sites in Bhopal, India: Hamidia Road Chowk, characterized by high traffic density, and T.T. Nagar, a densely populated residential area. Monthly data for 2022 on key pollutants, including particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NO2), carbon monoxide (CO), ozone (O3), and heavy metals, were analysed to define seasonal variations and conformity with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Findings indicate higher pollutant concentrations in the winter and early summer, correlating with atmospheric conditions and enlargement emissions during these periods. Notably, pollutant levels frequently exceeded NAAQS limits, posing significant health risks to urban populations. The results underscore the significance of continuous air property monitoring and the implementation of targeted emission control measures, especially in high-traffic and densely populated areas. This study contributes to the perception of air pollution dynamics in rapidly urbanizing cities and provides a foundation for informed policy-making to improve urban air quality.

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