These are the ways to avoid pollution through technology

As each day passes since Diwali, it seems that air pollution is increasing every day. Even after eight days of Diwali, there is no improvement in air quality. In many cities of the country, the air has deteriorated to a great extent and people are facing difficulty in breathing due to smog. We cannot even run away from the smog and poisonous gases caused by air pollution. In many other cities including Delhi-NCR, it has become difficult to breathe even in homes. But we cannot lose hope. Today we will tell you 5 such ways by which you can protect yourself from smog and poisonous gases with the help of technology both at home and outside.

Due to air pollution in Delhi, people are being forced to move out of the city. At the same time, the situation in many other cities including Gwalior, Allahabad, Patna is also not much better. In a report released by WHO, Indian cities account for almost half of the 20 most polluted cities in the world. Air pollution can reduce the lifespan of people by three years but there are some ways through which you can improve the situation.

1. Install air purifier at home
If you think that you are safe in your home then it is not true. In many research Claim It has been said that like outside, air pollution is a big problem inside the house too. The special thing is that in the last few years, many other companies including Xiaomi, Eureka Forbes, Philips and Samsung have introduced home air purifiers keeping the Indian market in mind. These purifiers come in many different price ranges.

Easy-to-use purifiers at entry level can cover a room of 14×12 feet, while expensive models cover larger areas. The price of entry model starts from Rs 10,000 and goes up to Rs 40,000.

Most of the manufacturers claim that their air purifiers remove dust, allergens, dust particles from the air and make it breathable. Buy models that come with a HEPA filter and four filtration layers. But if budget is a problem, there are many models with three filter layers. For respiratory issues, it is important that the purifier filters PM 2.5 particles.

In India where most of the filters come with manual control or touch panel. There are also some models which can be controlled through an app from the smartphone such as Xiaomi Mi Air Purifier 2 (price- Rs 9,999) and Honeywell Air Touch-S (Rs 33,000). The purifier’s filters need to be replaced every six months to a year. For this you will have to spend between Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 depending on your device.

2. Portable Air Purifier
There may be some problems with the air purifiers mentioned above. As these are heavy and there is a problem in carrying them here and there in the house. Therefore, you will have to buy many units of these and they are also expensive. But if you are spending Rs 10,000 or more on your home purifier then portable air purifiers are a good option for you.

Portable air purifiers, available around Rs 5,000, can clean the air well in a small area (about 50 square feet) compared to a full-sized purifier. But it is a good option. However, most portable air purifiers do not use HEPA filters. But still these purifiers are helpful. At the same time, most portable purifiers come with washable filters, which does not prove to be very expensive.

The small size of the portable air purifier ensures that you can easily carry it around during a trip, in your home, or in the car.

3. In-Car Air Purifier
Do you constantly travel on dusty roads? Then maybe it’s time to buy an in-car air purifier. This is another segment in this market which is growing rapidly. in-car air purifier price Starts from around Rs 2,500. Most in-car air purifiers connect to the car’s cigarette lighter port and are quite light in weight.

This purifier ensures that the air you get is pure by settling the dust present in the air on the floor of the car, seats and elsewhere. Apart from this, you will also have to keep your car thoroughly clean.

Some in-car air purifiers claim that they are using ozone disinfection technology to purify the air. These air purifiers are claimed to purify the air by releasing ozone in the car. However, people who suffer from asthma should not buy this kind of purifier because in the long run Exposure to ozone can cause lung problems.

4. Air Purifying Bulb
Some companies in India are also selling air purifying bulbs which ensure that the dust particles present in the air settle on the floor. This bulb is helpful in reducing smoke and dust coming from cigarettes, cooking materials and other things.

Suitable for small spaces like bathroom, kitchen, laundry area. Their price ranges between Rs 700 to Rs 3,000 and the price also depends on the brand. such a bulb from eureka forbes Can be purchased for less than Rs 1,000.

5. Air Quality Monitor
The fight against air pollution in Delhi and other cities also depends on the fact that you should know what the air around you is like. With an air quality monitor, you can check and analyze the air around you. Although it does not act as a purifying tool, the ambient air quality monitor tells you about temperature, humidity, CO2 value and dust levels. Apart from this, this monitor can also tell you whether the air quality around you is good, normal, bad or even dangerous. However, along with this you will have to buy an air purifier to avoid pollution and have clean air.