Delhi's Rising Air Pollution Threatens Respiratory, Mental, and Joint Health
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Over 200,000 cases of acute respiratory illnesses were recorded in Delhi's hospitals between 2022 and 2024, linked to toxic air pollution levels that frequently exceed WHO limits, caused by factors like industrial emissions, vehicle exhaust, and crop burning, prompting legal and health concerns.
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