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Population in cities are more compared to the rural areas as people prefer to have better quality and standards of living in cities with better facilities and infrastructures. Most of the cities are crowded and majority of the population use public and private transport for commuting. Vehicle densities in cities are more compared to villages which lead to more air pollution which, in turn, affect the health of the individuals and the environment.

Due to the advancement in technology in terms of usage of IoT devices, continuous real-time monitoring of the air quality is possible. The tracking of the air quality patterns helps the authorities to take appropriate actions to improve the air quality which, in turn, help to maintain a healthier city.