NCR tops India’s 2025 pollution list, records hazardous PM2.5 levels; Loni ranks 1st

NCR cities, led by Loni, dominated India's 2025 pollution charts with high PM2.5 averages. Despite some improvements, Gurgaon and other regional centers remained severely polluted, exceeding safe limits. Global and national reports highlighted persistent air quality issues, with New Delhi being the most polluted capital for the eighth consecutive year.

NCR tops India’s 2025 pollution list, records hazardous PM2.5 levels; Loni ranks 1st
NCR cities, led by Loni, dominated India's 2025 pollution charts with high PM2.5 averages. Despite some improvements, Gurgaon and other regional centers remained severely polluted, exceeding safe limits. Global and national reports highlighted persistent air quality issues, with New Delhi being the most polluted capital for the eighth consecutive year.