Tech Tycoon's Podcast Walkout Ignites India's Air Quality Debate

Bryan Johnson, anti-aging tech millionaire, sparked controversy by abruptly exiting Nikhil Kamath's podcast due to Mumbai's poor air quality. Johnson reported skin rashes and burning eyes after three days in India, with the podcast room's AQI at 130. He emphasized that "Indians are justifiably outraged" by daily pollution exposure, citing a study linking air pollution to liver damage and cancer risks. Johnson's actions have reignited discussions on India's air quality crisis, with Zerodha co-founder Nithin Kamath acknowledging widespread pollution issues beyond Delhi. The incident highlights urgent need for addressing air pollution across Indian cities.

Sources: NDTV, Financial Express