Mumbai’s Enduring Noise Crisis: Drivers Opt for Louder Horns Amid Health Concerns
Mumbai’s Enduring Noise Crisis: Drivers Opt for Louder Horns Amid Health Concerns MUMBAI, India — The cacophony on Mumbai’s roads, a constant companion to the city’s humidity, is intensifying as drivers increasingly switch to more powerful and louder horns. This shift exacerbates an already severe noise pollution problem, raising significant public health concerns among residents and traffic officials alike. Drivers in India’s bustling megacity are notorious for their frequent horn usage, signaling for everything from clearing traffic to expressing frustration….