In urban India, the belief that casual or social smoking is less harmful is prevalent among young professionals. However, medical experts, including Dr. D P Singh (Consultant – Internal Medicine at Regency Health in Lucknow), emphasize that there is no safe threshold for tobacco use. Research published in The BMJ indicates that individuals who smoke just one cigarette daily face approximately 50% of the heart disease risk and 30% of the stroke risk associated with heavy smokers. The Indian population, genetically predisposed to cardiovascular issues, is particularly vulnerable to even minimal tobacco exposure, which can trigger acute arterial inflammation. The immediate physiological impacts of smoking include elevated blood pressure and reduced oxygen levels in the body. Additionally, in cities with high air pollution, smoking further complicates lung health. The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) reports that tobacco-related cancers account for nearly 27% of the country's cancer burden. Therefore, quitting smoking is crucial not only for individual health but also for reducing the risk of serious illnesses in the future.