New Delhi, July 24 -- During humid weather, I noticed that lowering my AC's temperature wasn't making my room feel much more comfortable. The cooling was there, but the air often felt heavy, making me reach for the remote every few minutes. That's when I tried running a ceiling fan alongside the AC instead of depending on the air conditioner alone. The difference was noticeable.

Better air circulation helped spread cool air evenly across the room, making it feel comfortable without constantly reducing the thermostat. This also meant I could keep the AC at a slightly higher temperature while still feeling cool, which can help lower electricity consumption over time.

Modern ceiling fans are also designed to consume relatively little power...