In a city boiling at 48 degrees, some colonies still lack ACs, with even IAS officers relying on fans for comfort. Surprisingly, there's no ban on ACs; residents simply never felt the need due to the city's generally lower temperatures. Among these colonies are homes to IAS, IPS, and various judges, who manage with just fans and coolers during summers.
The temperature dropped thanks to planting trees Dayalbagh, situated amidst Agra city, boasts about a dozen colonies ranging from 50 to 90 years old. These colonies maintain lower temperatures compared to the rest of the city due to their lush greenery and eco-friendly environment. Every home here is surrounded by trees, aiding ventilation and maintaining cooler indoor temperatures. These colonies, like Swami Nagar, Dayal Nagar, Prem Nagar, Vidhyut Nagar, Shwet Nagar, Karyaveer Nagar, Radha Nagar, Sarnai Nagar, Meher Bagh, and DEI Colony, accommodate over 1500 families, none of whom rely on ACs. Fans and coolers suffice for their needs.
"We planted trees instead of installing ACs..." Residents like Advocate CM Singh from Dayal Nagar affirm that their homes remain cool without ACs due to abundant tree cover. Trees provide natural cooling, making ACs unnecessary. Their homes are surrounded by greenery, reducing direct sunlight and maintaining comfortable temperatures inside. They advocate for planting trees over relying on ACs.
Eco-friendly Dayalbagh: everything here is organic Gurmouj Chawda from Radha Nagar mentions that their colony prohibits AC installations, not because residents can't afford them but because they've never felt the need. Trees keep temperatures low, making Dayalbagh an eco-friendly neighborhood. They emphasize the importance of environmental conservation and urge others to prioritize tree planting to combat rising temperatures.
ACs are harmful to the environment Advocate Aman Chauhan, a long-time resident of Dayalbagh, highlights how ACs contribute to environmental degradation by expelling heat. He advocates for tree planting as a sustainable alternative to combat rising temperatures and urges people to reconsider their reliance on ACs.
