A groundbreaking report from 'The Lancet' reveals the deadly impact of air pollution in India. Between 2009 and 2019, 3.8 million deaths were linked to PM2.5, surpassing Indian air quality standards. Shockingly, under WHO guidelines, this number skyrocketed to 16.6 million. This study underscores a critical need for stricter air pollution controls in the world's most populous nation.