Is Smog Political or an Environmental Concern? | EP 18 | Dear Body

Every year, we find ourselves having the same conversation about smog. Even though we know that Lahore’s smog isn’t limited to October through January, its visible haze is enough to jolt us, physically and emotionally. Deteriorating health, shrinking social life, and a growing sense of uncertainty make us question the future of our city.

This year, I spoke with citizens of Lahore to understand how smog is reshaping their lives, what they’ve experienced, what they’ve observed, and what, if anything, has changed. Some are battling serious health conditions; others are documenting the crisis through research and advocacy. But one emotion connects them all: hopelessness.

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