Noise in Our Nation – English Noise Pollution

FAQs

1. Who should read this book ?
   This book is important for you if
   – You are a resident of Urban India
   – If you live or work in a place that has high noise
   – If you have children or grandchildren
   – If you or a loved one have an existing health condition
   – If you want to improve your health and that of your family
   – If you love animals and birds and want the world to be a better place for them
2. I have never read such a book on pollution.
   There is always a first time for everything. Noise Pollution affects your health and that of the people you care for. Would you rather continue to endure the effect or enable change ? In fact, you should read the book and encourage other members of your family to read it as well. Or share the relevant take always with them.
3. Is it complicated ?
   If you can read English, you can easily understand the information and ideas in the book. What you will need to do is then to take action. Remember we can’t have status quo and change at the same time
4. I don’t have the time to read.
   If you spend any time at all during the day scrolling social media then you have time. To read about what is impacting your health and that of your loved ones. The book is organized into detailed segments. So you can read quickly and efficiently. And take action You can go straight to the segments that are of immediate relevance for you
5. Isn’t the government/civic body supposed to address Noise Pollution?
   To an extent – yes. But look where that has landed us. Let’s also remember that every adult contributes to noise. So, let’s take action on the aspects we can (you’ll  be surprised at how many there are) while exerting positive pressure on local governments/ civic bodies to do what they must.
6. I live in a growing town in India. Is this book relevant for me ?
   Yes. By reading the book and mobilizing action, you may be able to steer your town from the oversight made by cities
7. Ok. But this still sounds overwhelming.
   Join our WA channel and be a part of the growing tribe of Guardians of Silence. Where we will share ideas in action, challenges , success stories , information. You’ll find the QR code in the book and on our website.
8. How else can I connect ?
   We may not be able to respond to every mail. But, our team will read and take note. We would be happy to feature success stories on our website.
9. I love what you are doing. How can I support ?
   Thank you. You can make a contribution at
   https://quietindia.in/donate-support-us .It would help us power the campaign for a quieter and healthier India.