How Sumaira Abdulali influenced policy and reduced noise
Sometimes an act of bravery becomes a cause that ultimately benefits an entire community. That’s what happened when Sumaira Abdulali got involved in a noise issue in the state of Maharashtra over 20 years ago. Since then, she challenged the courts, the government, and the police about noise pollution. As a result, the government established noise policies to reduce the most raucous street noise. These policy changes benefitted millions of residents in Mumbai and beyond.
In this episode of Soundproofist, Sumaira describes some of the noise in Mumbai, such as horn honking, loudspeakers, and loud processions. We learn how she addressed these issues with the authorities and the community.
Sumaira’s work shows us how to successfully build a grassroots strategy. Listen to her story here.
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Learn more:
Awaaz Foundation– More about Sumaira’s work on noise pollution and sand mining
Forbes – Sumaira Abdulali blog
List of regulations passed in India on noise pollution (Awaaz Foundation)
Times of India – Sumaira Abdulali blog
The Logical Indian – “Meet the Woman Who Has Helped Mumbai Become Quieter”
The Pulitzer Center – “The Fight to Curb a Health Scourge in India: Noise Pollution”
Forbes India: “Noise Pollution: When Will the Government Wake Up?” by Sumaira Abdulali
Download the Awaaz Foundation PDF – “Raise Your Awaaz Against Noise Pollution“