New Delhi, Dec. 23 -- Air pollution outside our homes has become a daily reality. Traffic fumes, construction dust, and industrial smoke are things we step into every time we go out. While we cannot control what happens outdoors, what we breathe inside our homes is still in our hands.

One of the biggest yet ignored sources of indoor pollution is the kitchen. Every day cooking releases smoke, oil particles, strong smells, and heat. Over time, this smoke settles on walls, cabinets, and appliances. More importantly, it stays in the air you and your family breathe.

Opening windows or switching on an exhaust fan often does not solve the problem, especially in compact homes and apartments. This is where a powerful kitchen chimney becomes esse...