November 4, 2025

In the bustling, shiny city of Gurgaon—famous for ₹200 crore apartments and glossy towers—a single stunning photo has stirred up a storm. An X user shared a picture showing an air purifier filter clogged completely with dirt and dust! The user humorously wrote, “This is my air purifier filter in Gurgaon. The land of ₹200 crore apartments, glossy towers & lungs working overtime like interns at Big 4.” How’s that for a punchline? The photo showed the filter covered in a thick crust of dust. A tiny cleaned patch gave a shocking glimpse into how filthy the rest was. The user added, “Welcome to the city where we pay premium for polluted air. Efficiency, but make it toxic.” Social media users had strong reactions. One commented, “These high-end buildings often seal us inside with filtered air, ignoring the outside problem. This creates a bubble, causing us to forget our shared responsibility for the environment. True luxury should include clean, breathable air for everyone.” Another viewer joked, “It's like breathing through a chimney.” Helpful advice also came through: “Please clean this after every 7 days. Servicing of the purifier is required after every 6 months.” Some suggested living elsewhere: “For a healthy lifestyle, Pune and Bengaluru are generally considered the best choices due to a better balance of air quality, climate, and overall livability.” The air pollution situation in Delhi and NCR is just as grim. Thick smog blankets many places, with air quality ratings mostly in the “poor” or “very poor” zones. According to the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS), a drop in wind speed is trapping pollution, making breathing harder, especially for people with lung or heart conditions. So, Gurgaon’s sparkling towers may shine bright, but the air around them tells a messy, dusty story. That clogged filter is not just dirt—it’s a loud call for cleaner air and smarter city planning. After all, who wants to pay a premium just to breathe toxic air?

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Tags: Gurgaon, Air pollution, Air Purifier, Dust, Aqi, Air quality,