No Escape from Smoke: Rama’s Fight for Clean Air in Delhi’s Slums
Every day, Rama, a 39-year-old ASHA worker in Delhi, witnesses a silent but deadly health crisis — smoke rising not from traffic, but from traditional brick stoves (chulhas) inside homes. Women and children living in urban slums are exposed to toxic indoor air pollution caused by cooking smoke, putting their health and lives at serious risk.
This compelling short film, created by Warrior Moms in collaboration with Turtle on a Hammock Films and The Quint, highlights the urgent need to address indoor air pollution in India’s most vulnerable communities.
Key Issues Explored:
- Millions still lack access to clean cooking fuel
- Women and children disproportionately suffer from toxic household smoke
- Health consequences include chronic respiratory diseases, heart conditions, and long-term developmental impacts
Indoor air pollution is a preventable public health crisis — one that demands immediate attention and action to prioritize clean cooking solutions over policy delays.
Watch Rama’s story to understand the human face of indoor air pollution. Share widely to amplify this critical issue and join the demand for clean air in every kitchen.
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