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Suffering from asthma and dust allergy herself, Sapre’s poignant plea resonates with millions facing similar health challenges across the nation.
Shared by the Twitter account ‘Warrior Moms,’ the letter and accompanying video captured Sapre’s fervent appeal for clean air, emphasizing the need to expand the discourse on air pollution beyond Delhi. The tweet, under the hashtag ‘#BachonKaHakSaafHawa,’ called for a collective acknowledgment of diverse Indian cities and towns grappling with analogous environmental challenges.
In her heartfelt letter, Sapre articulated, “Breathing in pollution-free air is the basic right with which every life is born on the earth,” echoing the sentiments of countless Indians desiring an environment where clean air isn’t a luxury but a norm. Citing the stark impact of reduced human activity during the pandemic, she highlighted the noticeable improvement in air quality, underlining the potential for transformative change with concerted efforts.
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Drawing attention to measures individuals can adopt, Sapre underscored the pivotal role of government intervention, advocating for comprehensive schemes to educate citizens and stringent regulations to realize the vision of a healthier, pollution-free nation.
“I do hope you will consider this open letter to be not only from me but from millions of other children who have the right to breathe in fresh air and look up to you to provide them with a better tomorrow,” Sapre concluded, amplifying the collective plea for a better, breathable future.
Sapre’s impassioned appeal is part of a broader initiative, the ‘My Right to Breathe’ campaign, wherein numerous children have penned similar letters to Prime Minister Modi. Their unified voice seeks urgent action and policy measures to ensure a cleaner, safer environment for generations to come.