FICCI Warns Air Pollution Costs India $95 Billion Annually

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) has issued a strong warning regarding India's air pollution crisis, stating it costs the economy $95 billion annually. The report, titled 'Clean Air, Healthy India', highlights that over two million deaths in 2023 were linked to air pollution, significantly impacting public health and life expectancy. FICCI emphasizes that nearly a billion Indians are exposed to toxic air, with 99 of the world's 100 most polluted cities located in India. The report calls for urgent action from all levels of government to address this public health emergency. Experts suggest that the government is currently experiencing policy paralysis in tackling this issue.