Air pollution annually kills about 42,000 people in Nepal
Summary
Approximately 42,000 people die every year in Nepal due to air pollution, which also significantly affects children under five years old and contributes to various health problems.
Key Points
- Approximately 42 thousand people die annually in Nepal due to air pollution.
- Children under five years old account for 21 percent of these deaths.
- Air pollution in Nepal is eight times higher than the World Health Organization standard.
- If air pollution is reduced to WHO standards, life expectancy in Nepal could increase by 3.3 years.
