An experiment of artificial rain to combat the smog will be carried out for the first time in the country’s history, under supervision of Punjab University’s (PU) Centre for Integrated Mountain Research, Express Tribune has reported.
Professor Munawer Sabir who is heading the team has said that the experiment will be carried out in the Khanspur mountainous area. According to reports, the preparation to demonstrate the technology will happen in an area of one square kilometre.
The team plans to test artificial rain in Lahore after November 19, to counter the smog in the city.
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Lahore on Wednesday topped the list of the most polluted cities in the world with the worst air quality levels. The United States Environmental Protection Agency regards air quality as satisfactory if the AQI is under 50.
