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Delhi’s toxic air: Who is paying the highest price?

Delhi’s toxic air is not just a health crisis. It is an economic burden, and the people least able to protect themselves are paying the highest price. A…

Delhi's toxic air: Who is paying the highest price?
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Delhi’s toxic air is not just a health crisis. It is an economic burden, and the people least able to protect themselves are paying the highest price. A report estimates that pollution cost India $260 billion in 2024, or 6% of GDP. In Delhi NCR, losses exceed 10% of the economy. Air purifier sales have surged, but protection remains out of reach for outdoor workers. While the government has earmarked…

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