Indore, renowned as India's cleanest city, faces a growing air pollution challenge. A 21% surge in PM10 levels since 2017-18 puts it among India's 'non-attainment' cities. Rapid urbanization, industrial growth, and heavy traffic contribute to worsening air quality, with road dust and vehicle emissions identified as primary culprits.
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