Banega Swasth India Podcast

In this episode of the Dettol #BanegaSwasthIndia School Podcast in partnership with Oho Radio, Ravi Bhatnagar, Director of External Affairs and Partnerships, SOA, Reckitt, underscores the initiative as a crucial step toward a more sustainable future. Young aspiring RJs are eager to step into the spotlight and share their insights on climate change and environmental issues. This innovative school podcast promises to be an engaging and informative platform, brimming with fresh perspectives and valuable knowledge. Tune in for an enlightening experience!

Safiya, a passionate 9th-grade student delves into the pressing issue of pollution, exploring its detrimental effects on flora, fauna, and human health. Safiya emphasises the vital role of individual actions in combating pollution and shares practical steps each of us can take to make a difference. Join this enlightening episode of the Dettol Banega Swasth India School Podcast.

Paridhi, a young and inquisitive 9th-grade student from Ballupur, Dehradun, takes center stage in this gripping episode of the Dettol Banega Swasth India School Podcast,  With a keen eye for detail, she explores the alarming issue of water pollution. Listen to  the causes, effects, and consequences of water pollution and learn how you can play a role in creating a cleaner, healthier world.

In this episode of the Dettol Banega Swasth India School Podcast, in partnership with OHO Radio, young girls turned RJs and share their personal stories about the importance of good hygiene. They discuss challenges like pollution and water scarcity, offering practical tips to promote cleanliness and inspire peers to protect their health and the environment! Listen now and be inspired. 

In this episode of Dettol #BanegaSwasthIndia School Podcast, the Governor of Uttarakhand, Lieutenant General, Gurmit Singh emphasises the importance of engaging young voices in discussions about climate change and cleanliness. Highlighting the initiative as a vital step towards a sustainable future.Tune in now!

Young girls share their thoughts on making a positive impact on the environment. Join them in this inspiring episode of the Dettol Banega Swasth India School Podcast as they discuss the importance of keeping our surroundings clean and safe, covering topics such as pollution, garbage segregation, and personal hygiene.

On the #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast, Dr. Arumugam Kalimuthu, Executive Director, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Institute, answers your questions on the crucial link between sanitation, health, and hygiene.

On World Neglected Tropical Diseases Day, Dr NK Ganguly, Former Director General, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), talks about India's progress in eliminating the Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) like Elephantiasis and Kala Azar on #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast. Dr Ganguly also discusses the measures required to strengthen the healthcare system to eradicate NTDs like Dengue and Leprosy.

On the #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast, Avantika Goswami, Programme Manager, Climate Change, Centre For Science And Environment (CSE) answers all questions about the recently concluded COP28, its key announcements and how it is impacting the lives and livelihoods on the ground.

On the #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast, we spoke to Dr Vivek Anand Padegal, Senior Consultant, Pulmonology, Fortis Hospital to answer all your questions about JN.1 sub-variant and how serious a threat is this spike in COVID cases.

On the #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast, we spoke to Rajit Sengupta, Associate Editor, Down to Earth to discuss the extent of climate change and its impact on lives and livelihoods of people living in India.

Ulac Demirag from International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), discusses the impact of climate change on agriculture in India and the measures required to address it

As food and agriculture took centre stage at the COP28 summit in Dubai, we spoke to Takayuki Hagiwara, Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Representative, India, about the agriculture-related climate issues, challenges faced by farmers and measures to scale up climate resilience efforts for them.

It's the air pollution season in India, which has come with varying health impacts - ranging from cold and cough to severe respiratory disorders. The hospitals are seeing a spike in the number of patients and emergency visits. "At least 15-30 per cent of the surge in patients can be attributed to air pollution," said Dr Sachin D, Consultant - Interventional Pulmonology, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Fortis Hospital. In this interview, Dr Sachin shares the health impacts of air pollution and how one can try and minimise the impact of breathing polluted air.

Did you know, India is the world's second most polluted country? Fine particulate air pollution (PM2.5) shortens an average Indian's life expectancy by 5.3 years, relative to what it would be if the World Health Organization (WHO) guideline of 5 micrograms per cubic meter was met, states the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) produced by the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC). Breathing toxic air can have varying health impacts - ranging from cold and cough to severe respiratory disorders. Dr Sachin D, Consultant - Interventional Pulmonology, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine, Fortis Hospital shared the impact of pollution and ways to protect oneself from it.

Climate change has put agricultural production and food security under threat. Elisabeth Faure, Representative and Country Director, World Food Programme, details out how to mitigate the climatic effects on #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast.

"Mental health does not just mean the absence of mental illness or disorder. Just like good physical health, we must talk about good mental health. At any point in life, one shouldn't feel they are up against a wall," says Dr Pratima Murthy, Director and Senior Professor of Psychiatry at NIMHANS, on #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast.

On #BanegaSwasthIndia podcast, Nutritionist Ishi Khosla emphasised on improving gut health to achieve a healthy lifestyle, especially among women and children as they are more vulnerable to the vagaries of the gut. Dr Khosla listed down various food groups that are essential for combating Anaemia and multiple lifestyle diseases.

India has witnessed a rise in the Dengue cases. On Banega Swasth India, Dr Ajay Agarwal, Director, Internal Medicine at Fortis Hospital, Noida, details the causes, symptoms and prevention measures of the vector-borne disease.

On August 15, the NDTV-Dettol Banega Swasth India campaign, one of India's longest-running public health initiatives, successfully wrapped up season 9 with Campaign Ambassador Amitabh Bachchan, Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya along with Padma Awardees doctors, who discussed India's progress in healthcare.