Delhi’s air quality is no secret – it’s dangerous. With the Air Quality Index often crossing 300, stepping outside can feel like walking into a gas chamber. The city struggles with choking smog, rising health issues, and dwindling hope for clean air.
But amid this gloom, Peter Singh and Neeno Kaur’s home in Sainik Farms stands as a ray of hope. Surrounded by over 15,000 air-purifying plants, their house has an astonishing AQI of just 10-15, reported India Today. It’s more than a home. It’s a lesson in sustainable living.
Here’s what they did to transform their home:
1. Eco-friendly construction.
Instead of cement, paint and plaster, they used lime mortar and bricks for their walls. Even the roof is made of stone tiles, instead of a concrete slab, which naturally regulates the temperature.
2. Plants everywhere.
With green walls, rooftop gardens, and hanging pots, their property is a haven for air-purifying plants.
3. Solar-powered living.
The house is entirely off-grid, running on solar energy and leaving zero carbon footprint.
4. Rainwater harvesting.
A 15,000-litre tank collects rainwater, which they use to water plants and recycle for daily use.
5. Organic food production.
They grow vegetables and mushrooms at home, making them entirely self-sufficient.
6. Bio solutions for waste.
They turn stubble into compost, using it to grow mushrooms, proving that even waste can be valuable.
Their story began with a health crisis. Neeno’s battle with blood cancer and her weakened lungs made Delhi’s polluted air unbearable. While one doctor advised them to leave the city, an Ayurvedic specialist encouraged them to embrace organic living instead. Determined to stay and fight for a healthier life, the couple transformed their home into a sanctuary, reported Business Standard.
In a city battling toxic air, Peter and Neeno have shown that with a mix of ancient wisdom and modern practices, it’s possible to breathe easy, even in Delhi.