Air pollution drives 7% of deaths in big Indian cities: Study
A study in major Indian cities links over 7% of deaths to air pollution, with Delhi at 11.5%. Urgent action is needed to address the severe impact of PM2.5 pollutants, causing over 33,000 deaths annually. Researchers advocate for stricter air quality standards to reduce fatalities.
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A study revealed that over 7% of deaths in 10 major Indian cities are linked to air pollution, with Delhi having the highest percentage at 11.5%. Researchers emphasized the urgent need for action to save thousands of lives annually due to the severe impact of air pollution on public health. The study focused on cancer-causing microparticles known as PM2.5 pollutants in cities like Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, and others. It found that from 2008 to 2019, more than 33,000 deaths per year could be attributed to PM2.5 exposure exceeding the World Health Organization's recommended limit. The study, published in The Lancet Planetary Health journal, highlighted the need for India to strengthen its air quality standards, as the current PM2.5 recommendation is four times higher than the WHO guidelines. Researchers stressed that implementing pollution control methods used elsewhere could significantly reduce the number of deaths related to air pollution in Indian cities. The World Health Organization warns that air pollution can lead to various serious health conditions, including strokes, heart disease, lung cancer, and respiratory diseases.
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