5 Most Air Polluted Countries in Asia

In this article, we will look into the 5 most air polluted countries in Asia. If you want to read our detailed analysis, you can go directly to the 20 Most Air Polluted Countries in Asia.

5. Iraq

Annual Average PM2.5 Concentration (2023): 43.8 μg/m³

Iraq is ranked among the most air polluted countries in Asia. As of 2023, it has a particulate matter concentration of 43.8 micrograms per cubic meter. Its PM2.5 concentration is 8.8 times more than the WHO standard.

4. Tajikistan

Annual Average PM2.5 Concentration (2023): 49.0 μg/m³

Tajikistan ranks 4th on our list. The particulate matter concentration in the country is 49.0 μg/m³. Its PM2.5 concentration is 9.8 times higher compared to the WHO guidelines of 5 μg/m³.

3. India

Annual Average PM2.5 Concentration (2023): 54.4 μg/m³

India is one of the most air polluted countries in Asia. As of 2023, the country has an annual average PM2.5 concentration of 54.4 μg/m³. Begusarai is the most air polluted city in India, as of 2023.

2. Pakistan

Annual Average PM2.5 Concentration (2023): 73.7 μg/m³

Pakistan ranks 2nd on our list of the most air polluted countries in Asia. The country has a particulate matter concentration of 73.7 μg/m³, as of 2023. Its PM2.5 concentration is 14.7 times higher than the WHO guidelines. The most air polluted city in Pakistan is Lahore, as of 2023.

1. Bangladesh

Annual Average PM2.5 Concentration (2023): 79.9 μg/m³

Bangladesh is ranked 1st on our list of the most air polluted countries in Asia. As of 2023, the country has an annual average particulate matter concentration of 79.9 μg/m³, 16 times higher than the WHO standard.

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