Guwahati has become the 2nd most polluted city in the world according to Air Quality Report by IQAir in 2023 that has published on March 19, 2024. This alarming situation arises because Guwahati has recorded an annual average PM2.5 concentration of 105.4, exceeding WHO guidelines by more than ten times.
The Cause of the pollution in Guwahati can be attributed for the reason of construction that causes the rise of dust pollution. Number of Flyover has been constructed, road constructed, many buildings and house has been in the way of construction. High numbers of vehicles in being driving on the streets which cause this pollution.
Begusarai city in Bihar ranked as the highest polluted city globally, then Guwahati. Delhi after than Mullanpu followed by the position. So, the top 4 polluted of India.
Moreover, New Delhi ranked of being the world’s most polluted capital city, with an average yearly PM2.5 concentration of 92.7. After New Delhi Dhaka earned the next polluted capital city in Bangladesh and Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso.
According to 2023 data record India’s dominance in the list of the World’s Most Polluted Cities is concerning, with nine out of ten cities being Indian. A shocking 42 Indian cities are among the top 50, raising serious concerns about the country’s air quality. India ranks third among the most polluted countries globally. Bangladesh ranked 1st and Pakistan 2nd most polluted countries.
The report highlights the severe consequences of air pollution, with an estimated one in every nine deaths worldwide attributed to this environmental threat. According to the WHO, air pollution causes approximately seven million premature deaths annually. Exposure to PM2.5 pollution worsens various health conditions, including asthma, cancer, stroke, and lung disease. Additionally, it can hinder children’s cognitive development, worsen mental health issues, and complicate existing illnesses like diabetes.
