India, Oct. 15 -- In India, many people feed pigeons, especially in cities where these birds gather in parks and public areas. While some see this as a harmless activity, health experts warn about the serious risks of inhaling pigeon droppings. The longstanding debate was back in the spotlight recently, with Indian cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle sharing his concerns about this everyday activity that many might not think is harmful. "Stop feeding pigeons," he wrote on social media, and added: "Doctors have been shouting from the rooftops about the dangers of inhaling pigeon droppings and the severe lung disease it could lead to."

Pigeon droppings might seem unimportant, but they can be harmful. When they dry, they can turn into dust th...