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Know the “The acrid smell is usually the fi rst clue that something is wrong.
Every fi re situation is diff erent, and knowing how the systems in your
high-rise work can be crucial. Keep your fi re exit doors unobstructed,
Drill know where the fi re exit leads. Also, based on what happened to me, in Bangkok
as it can save precious moments needed to get away. Make sure you
I would take the time out to teach my friends and children about
fi re safety protocols so they may be better prepared to deal with the
situation in the future.”

When faced with a — NIMARTA DOOWA

blazing inferno, Baba Ramdev’s Patanjali’s Ayurved Limited, the world’s

would you know how largest Ayurvedic business selling chemical-free
“If I had to off er advice to help others in a situation like this, I would herbal products, is now in Thailand.
to protect yourself? say remain calm and leave the building as soon as possible. Always
use the stairs and never get on the elevators during any fi re. If the
smoke is too strong, make sure you lay your head low to the ground
as much as possible to avoid inhalation. Ensure all family members
BY CHRISTY LAU
are out and you are aware of their whereabouts.”
— NAVLEEN SACHDEV

No one knows exactly when a fi re will strike. A faulty
circuit, unattended cooking equipment or improperly
stored fl ammable liquids, are only a few ways that
can cause a spark to ignite and fl ames to spread
uncontrollably. There have been a number of incidents “First and foremost, you should remain calm. Don’t panic about
around Bangkok where fi res have erupted, causing leaving your possessions behind because the main thing is timing.
severe damage to personal property. In the best-case If you’re worried about your things don’t, because what about
scenarios, no people are involved, but what happens your own life? A lot of the time, injuries are caused by the fumes
when you fi nd yourself in the midst of an emergency at rather than the fire itself, so take a wet towel to cover your
your doorstep? mouth and nose to prevent yourself from the smoke, which can
The critical thing is staying calm and acting quickly. be unbearably suffocating.”
Masala spoke to a few members of the community who — POPINDER SACHDEV
have gone through this harrowing experience, off ering
their tips on what to do if the unexpected ever happens.

With Patanjali’s expansive product range staying commiied to
serve people’s wellness, all cosmeecs, food items, personal care,
and healthcare products are highly-enriched with natural
ingredients like tulsi, neem and aloe vera.

Their top-selling products include Chyawanprash, Dant Kann, Amla Juice,
Aloe Vera Juice, Aloe Vera Gel, Cow’s Ghee, Whole Wheat AAa, Navratna
Muln-Grain AAa, Mustard Oil and Neem Tulsi Face Wash.

T To maintain their excellent product quality, Patanjali has now upgraded to
export quality packaging. With labels in both Thai and English, the bilingual
packaging will also carry FDA approval to further authenecate their
products and services.

Patanjali will also be wholesaling to all Indian grocery stores across the city,
making their products accessible to everyone who is striving for a
healthier lifestyle.

Ayurveda specialist Ranjeet Shahi with Prajya Phil Those interested in retail or wholesale
Aura-ek, Naeon TV news reporter, at the Patanjali
store in Indian Emporium, Thailand. can contact: 081 116 9111

Address: Indian Emporium (Ground Floor - Outer Zone - Parking Lane)
No. 561 Room C 106, Chakraphek Road, Phahurat, Wangburapha Phranakorn, Bangkok, 10600 Thailand
Call 083 198 0111 or 081 726 0290
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