Agra's Air Quality Worsens: Taj Mahal Engulfed in Thick Haze, Visitors Complain of Low Visibility

Agra: iconic Taj Mahal in Agra, Uttar Presh, was shrouded in a thick haze on Sunday as pollution levels continued to increase in city. 

Maharpur area in Agra recorded its Air Quality Index (AQI) at 190, categorized as 'moderate'.

Whereas Shahjahan garden area recorded an AQI of 113 as of 9 AM. aver AQI recorded of Agra for October 26 was 106, categorized as 'moderate' too.An AQI between 0-50 is considered good, 51-100 is satisfactory, 101-200 is moderate, 201-300 is poor, 301-400 is very poor, and 401-500 is severe.

Taj Mahal Engulfed With Thick Layer of Smog | WATCH 

According to a visitor at Taj Mahal, situation in area has worsened over years due to industrial areas traffic increasing.

"I am here on a trip, I wanted to see sunrise. 14 years ago, I was here and sky was clear back n. Industrial areas are increasing towards Agra side and vehicle lo is also increasing here, I think se are reasons behind rise in pollution," visitor was quoted as saying by news ncy ANI.

Ar visitor to iconic site said that due to all smog it has become difficult to see monument properly.

Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Herit Site, stands along banks of Yamuna River. As a popular tourist destination, it often hosts state guests and dignitaries who come to mire beauty of this white marble mausoleum.

Recently, on October 8, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and First Ly Sajidha Mohamed visited Taj Mahal during president's inaugural bilateral trip to India from October 6 to 10.

On a related te, Health Ministry has called on states and union territories to dress stubble burning in light of rising pollution levels across country. y also urged public to utilize public transportation and minimize exposure to pollution.