Poor AQI is no longer a seasonal inconvenience or a problem limited to the sick and elderly. Official health advisories now clearly state that prolonged exposure to polluted air harms even healthy individuals, increasing the risk of respiratory illness, heart disease, fatigue, and long-term damage that often goes unnoticed.
In this powerful conversation, environmentalist Sunita Narain explains why air pollution can no longer be hidden behind numbers, excuses, or temporary fixes. From worsening urban air quality to policy gaps and everyday sources of pollution, she breaks down how deeply this crisis affects our bodies, productivity, and quality of life.
This isn’t just about smog-filled winters or emergency measures—it’s about acknowledging pollution as a public health emergency that demands sustained action, accountability, and systemic change. Because when the air we breathe becomes toxic, everyone pays the price—whether they feel it immediately or not.
