In 2024, only seven countries worldwide were able to meet the air quality standards set by the World Health Organization (WHO), with India being home to 13 out of the top 20 most polluted cities, as reported by IQAir. The study revealed that a staggering 83% of cities across the globe fell short of meeting the required air pollution norms. One of the key findings of the report was the inadequacy of monitoring equipment in Africa, which has contributed to the region’s struggle with air quality. On the other hand, Oceania emerged as the cleanest region in terms of air quality. This data underscores the urgent need for countries to prioritize measures to combat air pollution and improve the overall quality of the air we breathe.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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