The Lancet said in a report toxic air killed 1.67 million Indians, the deaths accounting for 18% of all fatalities.
Air pollution led to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, respiratory infections, lung cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, neonatal disorders and cataracts.
New Delhi is the world's most polluted capital. Kolkata and Mumbai are also on the list of the world’s 20 worst polluted cities.
Pollution deaths in India rose to 1.67 million in 2019 -Lancet | Reuters
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