By Muhammad Hodiev

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On September 23, Uzbekistan’s capital Tashkent ranked 6th among the world’s major cities for air pollution, according to the IQAir portal.

As of 10:11, the concentration of fine PM2.5 particles in the city’s air reached 38.9 μg/m³.

The chronic problem of polluted air continues to spark public debate. Journalist Navbahor Imamova commented that the situation is unlikely to improve in the near future.

“The air in the capital of Uzbekistan is among the most polluted in the world. It is neither suitable for living nor for buying real estate, because the environment is toxic. It is worth going to other parts of the country. There is no reason to hope that the situation will improve in the near future. Tashkent is not a city where dreams come true. Think about your health,” Imamova wrote on Instagram.

Health authorities advise residents to avoid going outdoors unless absolutely necessary during such conditions. People with chronic respiratory illnesses are recommended to wear medical masks. After returning home, citizens are urged to wash their face and hands thoroughly, prevent dust accumulation indoors, keep doors and windows tightly closed, and clean surfaces with a damp cloth several times a day.

It is worth noting that on September 22, Tashkent ranked first among the world’s major cities in terms of air pollution.