The Air We Share: Towards Reduced Transboundary Air Pollution across India and Pakistan

This report, created through collaboration between the Council for Strategic and Defense Research (CSDR) and the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), addresses the urgent need for India and Pakistan to work together on tackling air pollution.

This report, created through collaboration between the Council for Strategic and Defense Research (CSDR) and the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI), addresses the urgent need for India and Pakistan to work together on tackling air pollution. It explores common challenges such as crop residue burning (CRB), vehicular pollution, and inadequate/subpar air quality monitoring across the Indo-Gangetic Plain. By taking an interdisciplinary approach, the report examines how the region’s economies, industries, and populations are interconnected and impact the environment. Leveraging the Indo-Pak Climate Collective (IPCC) platform, the report provides policy suggestions for effective transboundary air pollution reduction/mitigation strategies. It empowers stakeholders to join forces in sharing knowledge and crafting policies that benefit both countries, ultimately leading to cleaner and healthier air in South Asia.

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