Lucknowi food to no longer taste same? Foodies debate as Govt plans to do away with charcoal tandoors

The Lucknow Municipal Corporation introduced a pilot project to replace traditional coal tandoors with gas and electric appliances in over 20,000 eateries to combat air pollution. This shift aims to reduce carbon emissions, although restaurateurs are concerned about losing the unique flavors attributed to coal cooking methods. The city must balance environmental sustainability and culinary heritage.