Bengaluru's AQI is in the Moderate range; some areas near BTM Layout and Peenya reached near 100

Bengaluru's current average AQI is between 72 and 75, falling in the Moderate category. While the overall air quality is good to moderate across most districts, vehicle traffic and dust have caused a slight increase in some urban areas. Specifically, areas around BTM Layout, Peenya, City Railway Station, and Mysore Road reached an AQI near 100 due to vehicle congestion. However, areas like Cubbon Park, Lalbagh, and the city outskirts reported good air quality.