India’s Noise Epidemic: The Silent Killer You Can’t Escape

Tbh, living in India with hyperacusis feels impossible sometimes. For those who don’t know, hyperacusis is a condition where normal sounds feel painful and unbeatably loud( horn feels like atom bomb explodes near ear also it cause pain like stabbing with knife). Imagine horns blaring, crackers bursting, or loudspeakers booming—it’s not just annoying; it feels like my ears are being stabbed.

India is LOUD.

Traffic: Honking here isn’t just a sound; it’s like a language. Idk why people lean on their horns like it’ll magically clear the road.

Festivals: Diwali crackers, Ganpati processions, loudspeakers during Navratri… it’s beautiful, but for people like me, it’s unbearable.

Everyday life: Even something as normal as a crowded market, a wedding DJ, or construction work can leave me in physical pain for hours even days or weeks.

How Hyperacusis Ruins Life

I’ve had this condition for a few months, and honestly, it’s been a nightmare. I can’t step outside without earplugs, and even then, I’m constantly anxious about sudden loud noises. Socializing, commuting, and just living feel like battles.

Noise Hurts Everyone, Not Just Me

Even if you don’t have hyperacusis, constant noise takes a toll on everyone. Long-term exposure can lead to hearing loss or tinnitus. We’re surrounded by noise 24/7, and idk how we don’t talk about it more.

Can We Do Better?

I get it—noise is part of life here, but can’t we try to be more mindful?

Stop unnecessary honking (pls, we all hate it).

Cut down on crackers (they’re bad for animals and the environment too).

Follow noise limits during festivals.

I’m sharing this because I know I’m not the only one struggling. Noise pollution affects us all, but for people with hyperacusis, it’s hell. Have you noticed how noisy our lives have become? Let’s talk about it and make some changes.