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This Sarokaar episode takes a hard look at the real cost of celebration — the toxic air we breathe every Diwali. Despite Supreme Court guidelines allowing only NEERI-certified green crackers, India’s air quality still dips to “severe” levels, with PM2.5 concentrations 15–20 times higher than WHO limits. Hospitals report up to a 40% rise in respiratory cases, and children and the elderly remain the most vulnerable. Through expert insights from environmental science, industry, and medicine, this discussion explores whether “green” fireworks are enough—or if it’s time for a cultural shift toward cleaner, shared celebrations.
This Diwali, let’s light up hearts, not the sky with smoke.
Guests:
1- Prof. P. K. Joshi, Professor, Special Centre for School of Environmental Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU)
Expertise: Environmental policy, air quality research, and sustainable urban ecosystems.
2- Harjit Singh Chhabra, General Secretary, Crackers Association
Expertise: Fireworks manufacturing, green cracker certification, and compliance challenges within the industry.
3- Dr. Priyadarshi Jitendra Kumar, Senior Consultant – Pulmonology, Respiratory & Sleep Medicine, Felix Hospital
Expertise: Respiratory health, pollution-related illnesses, and public health advocacy.
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