Tobacco And Gutkha Advertisements May Be Removed From Indian Stadiums!
Tobacco And Gutkha Advertisements May Be Removed From Indian Stadiums! Ever wondered how those tobacco and chewing tobacco ads during cricket matches might be a bad thing? Especially for youngsters who might be tempted to try these harmful products after seeing them on TV?
Shocking Study Reveals the Problem:
A recent study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the World Health Organization (WHO) found something alarming.
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The study showed that a whopping 41.3% of tobacco ads displayed during matches were for smokeless tobacco products! This was during the 2023 Cricket World Cup.
Health Ministry Steps Up:
Worried about this influence on young people, the Ministry of Health is taking a big step. They’re considering asking the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to ban all tobacco and chewing tobacco ads in stadiums.
Focus On Celebrity Endorsements:
Apparently, the Ministry is especially concerned about tobacco ads featuring celebrities. These ads can glamorize these harmful products and make them seem cool to young viewers.
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What Will the BCCI Do?
It remains to be seen what the BCCI decides. Tobacco ads are a major source of income for them.
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