After 'blocking' Bryan Johnson on X, Baba Ramdev urges the billionaire biohacker to experience ‘Haridwar Yoggram's excellent AQI’

Seems like Baba Ramdev is clapping back!
He is responding to Bryan Johnson’s comment about ‘India’s air quality issues’ and how!
Here’s what went down between the yoga guru and the tech millionaire who recently had an online ‘tiff’ over India’s air quality and the science of anti-aging.
The Patanjali founder and yoga guru apparently had blocked Bryan Johnson from his X (formerly, Twitter) account after the tech millionaire called out his anti-aging claims. On Tuesday, Ramdev uploaded a video that showed him running next to a horse. He claimed that using certain Patanjali products can provide anti-aging benefits and stronger immunity.

In response to Ramdev's video, Bryan Johnson, the American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and anti-aging ‘freak’ pointed out that the air quality in Haridwar, where Ramdev lives, is so poor that breathing increases the risk of heart and lung disease.
Ramdev blocked Bryan Johnson on X after the entrepreneur commented on a post promoting Patanjali products, highlighting India's air quality issues.
Sharing a video, Ramdev wrote, "If you want to run like a horse, build strong immunity, and boost anti-aging, consume Swarna Shilajit and Immunogrit Gold." Both products are part of Patanjali, the company he co-founded with Balkrishna in 2006.
Johnson, who previously walked out of Nikhil Kamath's podcast citing air pollution, responded by pointing out the air quality in Haridwar.
Minutes later, Mr Johnson tweeted that Ramdev had blocked him.

Johnson, posted on X, “Air quality in Haridwar right now is PM₂.₅ 36 µg/m³, which is equal to smoking 1.6 cigarettes a day. This raises risks of heart disease by 40–50%, lung cancer by 3x, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, and early death (5–7 years lost).”
On Friday, Ramdev took to X, writing a post, “Dear @bryan_johnson ji, we are sharing a video with proof of #Haridwar Yoggram’s excellent Air Quality Index #AQI. We invite you to explore India’s yoga and yogis with a neutral and scientific perspective. The scientific approach to anti-aging is rooted in #yoga, #Ayurveda, and nature.”
Proposed a podcast discussion on healthy living and aging solutions backed by evidence, he added, “As you had to leave Mumbai unexpectedly, we extend an invitation to visit Haridwar #patanjaliYoggram, From here, we can podcast on healthy lifestyle and #realantiaging solutions with scientific temperament and evidence.”
Bryan Johnson reacted to the post and wrote, "Thank you for the kind invitation. I would love to visit you and your wonderful country and explore the science of health."

Bryan Johnson’s concerns over air pollution in India are not new. The biohacker recently made headlines when he abruptly left Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, citing air quality issues. He later explained, “The room we were in circulated outside air, making the air purifier I had brought ineffective.” According to Johnson, his short stay in India had already impacted his health, reinforcing his argument about the dangers of air pollution.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a color-coded system that measures and reports air quality. It helps people understand how clean or polluted the air is and how it might affect their health.
How is the AQI calculated?
The AQI is based on the levels of five major air pollutants: ground-level ozone, particle pollution, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The AQI uses a normalized scale from 0 to 500, with higher values indicating greater pollution and health concerns, and is calculated by the EPA and reported daily.
Poor air quality can cause several health problems, including respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and cognitive impairment.
Respiratory issues:
Asthma: Air pollution can trigger asthma attacks and worsen symptoms. Pollutants such as particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), sulfur dioxide (SO₂), and ground-level ozone (O₃) can irritate the airways, leading to inflammation and breathing difficulties. Exposure to poor air quality can make the lungs more reactive to allergens like pollen, dust, and pet dander. It can also trigger asthma flare-ups, wheezing and chest tightness.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD): Long-term exposure to air pollution can lead to COPD, which blocks airflow in the lungs.
Lung cancer: Particle pollution can cause lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S.
Cardiovascular problems:
Heart attacks: Air pollution can increase the risk of heart attacks.
Stroke: Air pollution can increase the risk of stroke.
Cognitive impairment:
Fatigue: Persistent inhalation of contaminated air can cause fatigue.
Memory problems: Fine particulate matter and harmful substances can hamper cognitive functions.
And so, India’s air pollution debate has once again taken center stage, this time involving Baba Ramdev and Bryan Johnson. While their online exchange highlights differing views on health and aging, it also brings much-needed attention to India’s air quality crisis. The concerns raised are backed by science-- poor air quality has serious long-term health consequences, affecting millions daily.
Whether through modern technology or ancient practices like yoga and Ayurveda, the need for effective solutions is undeniable. Collaborative discussions, scientific research, and stronger environmental policies are essential in tackling this issue and ensuring a healthier future for all.
The debate between Baba Ramdev and Bryan Johnson may have started over anti-aging, but it has shed light on a bigger issue—India’s air quality crisis. While their perspectives differ, the focus should remain on finding real solutions, whether through science, technology, or traditional practices, to ensure better health for all.
The clash between Baba Ramdev and Bryan Johnson started over anti-aging but ultimately highlighted India's ongoing air pollution crisis. While their views differ, the key takeaway is the urgent need for real solutions—whether through science, technology, or traditional practices—to improve air quality and overall health.