Study Finds Delhi Most Polluted Capital for 8th Year; Pakistan Most Polluted Nation
A new study reveals New Delhi has been the world's most polluted capital for the eighth consecutive year, with PM2.5 levels significantly exceeding WHO thresholds. This comes as Pakistan was ranked the world's most polluted nation, followed by Bangladesh and Tajikistan.
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Delhi is world's most polluted capital city for 8th year, finds study
For the eighth consecutive year, New Delhi has been named the most polluted capital in the world, with hazardous PM2.5 levels exceeding the WHO's safe threshold by an alarming 16.4 times. Although there has been a slight uplift since 2024, factors such as seasonal smog, dust storms, and agricultural burning continue to shroud the Indo-Gangetic plain in poor air quality.
By PRIYANGI AGARWAL
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At the country level, Pakistan ranked as the world's most polluted nation, followed by Bangladesh and Tajikistan.
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