Artificial rain was used for the first time in Pakistan to combat hazardous levels of smog in Lahore, the provincial government said. Pakistan Artificial Rain: A family rides a bike amid rain in Lahore. The team would know soon what effect the "artificial rain" had. Air pollution in PakistanAir pollution has worsened in Pakistan in recent years. Previously, Lahore has used various methods to reduce air pollution- spraying water on roads, weekend shutdowns of schools, factories and markets.

Source: Hindustan Times December 16, 2023 17:50 UTC