Unveiling the Story of Tobacco in India: From Colonial Encounter to Modern Dilemmas
06 Jul 2024 13:01 PM IST
Tobacco in its modern shape was first introduced to India during the British colonial era in the 17th century. Rapid colonization led to the widespread adoption of tobacco, merging with existing smoking practices to give rise to cigarettes, beedis, and other variants. Today, tobacco is deeply entrenched in Indian society,