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This editorial addresses the alarming effects of air pollution on health and the economy in India.

Air Pollution in India: The Silent Pandemic

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This editorial examines air pollution's impact on health and economy in India, highlighting urgent solutions for improvement.

This editorial addresses the alarming effects of air pollution on health and the economy in India.
Review of studies and data on air pollution in India.
Analysis of policy guidelines from the WHO regarding air quality.
Overview of health impacts associated with various pollutants.
1.7 million deaths in 2019 attributed to air pollution, with significant economic losses estimated at $36.8 billion.
The Indo-Gangetic Plain identified as a major pollution hotspot, exacerbated by seasonal factors.
Improving air quality to meet WHO standards could enhance life expectancy and economic opportunities.

Shrikanth N. Hegde (2026) studied this question.

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