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India’s Air Pollution Crisis: 13 Of The World’s 20 Most Polluted Cities Are In India

A new report by IQAir reveals that Byrnihat in Assam is the most polluted city in the world, while Delhi remains the most polluted capital globally.

Pratibha by Pratibha
March 11, 2025
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India’s Air Pollution Crisis: 13 Of The World’s 20 Most Polluted Cities Are In India

A new report on global air quality has revealed a grim reality for India, as 13 out of the 20 most polluted cities in the world are within its borders. The World Air Quality Report 2024, published by Swiss air quality technology company IQAir, has identified Byrnihat in Assam as the most polluted city globally. Meanwhile, Delhi continues to hold the unenviable title of the world’s most polluted capital city.

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India’s overall ranking in air pollution has improved slightly, dropping to fifth place in 2024 from third in 2023. However, the report highlights that despite a 7% decline in PM2.5 concentrations—averaging 50.6 micrograms per cubic metre in 2024 compared to 54.4 in 2023—six of the world’s 10 most polluted cities are still in India.

India’s air pollution crisis

Delhi recorded consistently high pollution levels, with an annual average PM2.5 concentration of 91.6 micrograms per cubic metre, nearly unchanged from 92.7 in 2023.

The 13 Indian cities ranked among the top 20 most polluted worldwide are:

  • Byrnihat (Assam)
  • Delhi
  • Mullanpur (Punjab)
  • Faridabad
  • Loni
  • New Delhi
  • Gurugram
  • Ganganagar
  • Greater Noida
  • Bhiwadi
  • Muzaffarnagar
  • Hanumangarh
  • Noida

Globally, India ranks behind Chad, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo in air pollution levels.

Health risks and solutions

Air pollution remains a severe health hazard in India, reducing average life expectancy by approximately 5.2 years. A study published last year in The Lancet Planetary Health suggested that long-term exposure to PM2.5 pollution was potentially linked to 1.5 million deaths annually in India from 2009 to 2019.

PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter smaller than 2.5 microns, which can penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, causing respiratory diseases, heart conditions, and even cancer. The primary sources of PM2.5 pollution include vehicle emissions, industrial waste, and the burning of biomass and crop residue.

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Former WHO chief scientist and health ministry advisor Soumya Swaminathan acknowledged India’s progress in air quality data collection but stressed the need for more action.

“We have the data; now we need action. Some solutions are simple, like replacing biomass with LPG. India already has a scheme for this, but additional subsidies should be provided to the poorest families to encourage cleaner fuel usage,” she told PTI.

Swaminathan also advocated for expanding public transport, imposing fines on polluting vehicles, and enforcing strict emissions regulations.

“Industries and construction sites must comply with regulations and install proper equipment to reduce emissions instead of taking shortcuts,” she added.

The way forward

With 35% of Indian cities reporting PM2.5 levels exceeding ten times the WHO’s safe limit of 5 micrograms per cubic metre, urgent intervention is needed. The report underscores that while improvements have been made, air pollution remains a pressing challenge that demands stronger policies, stricter enforcement, and increased public awareness.

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A passionate news person, trying to reflect her views on the recent happenings around the globe, bringing you a nuanced perspective and keeping the ethics of journalism alive in the process. My journey started in an international newsroom, where I have covered major events and been to the roots of them.  The  South-Asian region has also caught my interest, where I have covered more of the features and cultural side of the South-Asian countries. As a journalist dedicated to ethical reporting and with a personal interest in exposing hidden narratives, I aim to offer complex perspectives that enhance comprehension of the modern, globalized world.

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