It might be too short a notice but Earth Hour is being celebrated today, the 29th of March between 8 PM and 9 PM. To those who want to observe this means that you have to shut down all electric appliances during this time period in a bid to increase awareness about Global Warming.

The Naive Indian writes,

Today, the 29th of March 2008, Earth Hour will be celebrated. Which means that around 20 cities across the world are going to switch off their lights from 8pm to 9pm today. This is purportedly to increase awareness about Global Warming. And yes, before you ask, no Indian city is participating in this initiative. Everyone is grumbling over this pathetic response shown by India .

Well, on a less serious note, I really don’t think any Indian city needs to participate in any initiative like the Earth Hour. We already have stuff like compulsory load shedding being thrust on us. We already save tons of carbon emissions by bearing these power cuts. Let us enjoy the wonders of electricity at least when we have it!