Meghalaya city tops global air pollution list; India No. 5
India was the fifth most polluted country globally in 2024, with Byrnihat in Meghalaya being the most polluted metropolitan area. Despite a 7% decline in PM2.5 concentrations compared to 2023, major urban centers like New Delhi continued to face severe air pollution problems.
India was the fifth most polluted country globally in 2024, with Byrnihat in Meghalaya being the most polluted metropolitan area. Despite a 7% decline in PM2.5 concentrations compared to 2023, major urban centers like New Delhi continued to face severe air pollution problems.
