Rising pollution could hit monsoon rains: UN report, Source ET

Rising pollution could hit monsoon rains: UN report, Source ET

• Rising air pollution in India is likely to impact rainfall patterns in the country and decrease monsoon in long term, which can cause extensive financial losses.
• However, some parts can also witness high precipitation depending on the topography.
• Pollution will also impact the duration and distribution of rainfall.
• The presence of particulate matter 2.5 (PM 2.5), a deadly tiny pollutant, can affect precipitation pattern.
• Indoor air pollution contributes to  22-52% to the country’s ambient air pollution.
• India needs to ensure provision of clean household energy. 
• Burning of fossil fuels in households is a big health threat, especially for women and children.
• Growing air pollution affects the country’s health care causing heart attack, cancer and other respiratory diseases.