Take A Stand Against Air Pollution

Take A Stand Against Air Pollution

Mumbai is gasping for breath — and so are we. The air we inhale every day is affecting our health, our children, and our future. What Mumbai needs right now is not a giant Ferris wheel, but fresh air. Clean air is not a privilege — it’s our most basic right.

Luke CoutinhoUpdated: Sunday, March 16, 2025, 10:04 AM IST
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Mumbai Air Pollution (File Image) | PTI

Mumbai is gasping for breath — and so are we. The air we inhale every day is affecting our health, our children, and our future. What Mumbai needs right now is not a giant Ferris wheel, but fresh air. Clean air is not a privilege — it’s our most basic right. The air we breathe should sustain us, not harm us. Yet, every day, we see more children struggling with asthma, more elderly battling respiratory issues, and more families impacted by rising pollution levels.

This is not just about wellness—it’s about our fundamental right to breathe clean air. I am not here to fight or blame. I am here to ask, with humility and urgency, that we prioritize what truly matters. What we need is action — measurable, impactful change that ensures the health of every citizen. No nutrition plan, no fitness routine, no medical treatment can undo the damage caused by toxic air.

This is why I am urging you — parents, doctors, educators, influencers, and every individual who cares about the future — to stand together. Our collective effort can inspire action. Let us unite, not in anger, but with a shared purpose. Let us urge our leaders to focus on the basics — clean air, clean water, and a healthier tomorrow. This is not a fight. This is a plea—a call for change rooted in hope and belief, not hate or anger. Many of you asked how you can help.

This is your chance. Sign the petition. Because when we all come together, change is possible. Sign Luke's petition here: https://chng.it/FLVXgPkbkN Think nothing will change? Sign it anyway. Doubt your voice matters? Share it anyway. Want to help? Sign this petition. Because change begins when we believe it’s possible. Let's build the hope and belief that we can make a difference.

(Author is an Integrative Lifestyle Expert)

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