Is Bhopal Air Quality Safe Today?

Current AQI in Bhopal is 114 (Moderate).

Quick Answer

Based on current AQI levels, air quality in Bhopal is Moderate. It is manageable for most, but children, elderly, and asthma patients should limit prolonged outdoor exposure.

114
Bhopal air quality
Moderate
Main pollutant: PM10 · Trend: rising
AQI Scale
0 Good 50 100 200 300+
Current: 114 — Moderate band
What does AQI 114 mean? AQI 114 falls under Moderate in India. AQI above 200 is unhealthy and above 300 is severe. At this level, breathing discomfort and irritation can increase, especially for sensitive groups. The main pollutant today is PM10 (avg 114.3), which can trigger breathing issues, cough, and fatigue, particularly near traffic-heavy areas.
What to do today
  • Prefer lighter activity or indoor workouts
  • Limit time outdoors if AQI is trending upward
  • Mask not required for most
  • Ventilate during cleanest hours
  • Air purifier helpful if AQI rises above 200
Best time to go outside
Go 03:00–03:59
Avoid 11:00–11:59
Who should be careful
  • Children & elderly
  • Asthma / lung conditions
  • Pregnant women
Air quality across Bhopal
🌿 Paryavaran Parisar, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 100
🌿 T T Nagar, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 119
🌿 Idgah Hills, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 124
🚨 Idgah Hills, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 124
🚨 T T Nagar, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 119
🚨 Paryavaran Parisar, Bhopal - MPPCB
AQI 100
AQI varies by about 24 points across Bhopal today, often due to traffic, construction, and local sources.

Bhopal AQI Trend

Latest history update: 16 Apr 2026, 2 AM.

7-day avg
105.8
Trend
Rising
Yesterday
89
Today
102
94.2
103.3
113.2
95.2
130.4
118.8
105.6
89.5
102.0
08 Apr
09 Apr
10 Apr
11 Apr
12 Apr
13 Apr
14 Apr
15 Apr
16 Apr

Category split: 3 Satisfactory, 6 Moderate

Good (≤50) Satisfactory (51–100) Moderate (101–200) Poor (201–300)

Best day: 89.5 (15 Apr) · Worst day: 130.4 (12 Apr)

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FAQs About Bhopal Air Quality

Is AQI 114 safe in Bhopal?

It is acceptable, but sensitive groups should limit prolonged outdoor activity, especially near traffic corridors.

What AQI level is dangerous?

AQI above 300 is considered very poor and harmful for everyone.

Should I wear a mask today in Bhopal?

Not required for most people. Keep one handy if you are sensitive or commuting through heavy traffic.

Why can AQI vary a lot across Bhopal?

Today’s spread is about 24 AQI points between the cleanest and most polluted areas. Differences usually come from traffic density, construction, and local wind patterns.

Is PM10 the main concern today?

Yes. PM10 is currently the leading pollutant, which tends to spike near roads and busy junctions. If you feel irritation or coughing outdoors, reduce exposure.