Even though the ITC and the Hotel and Restaurant Association have challenged the Indian smoke-free law, to come into effect from October 2, a survey has shown that a majority of Indians are in favour of the law. Conducted between August 9 and 24 in Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai and Kolkata (where 71 per cent males are smokers), the survey concludes that 97 per cent respondents want smoke-free public and workplaces, restaurant and bars. Maximum support has come from Mumbai followed by Kolkata, Chennai and Delhi. Importantly, 84 per cent urban Indians believe exposure to second-hand smoke is serious, something the new Indian smoke-free law hugely recognises. Presenting new evidence, Monica Arora of HRIDAY, which works with the health ministry on anti-tobacco campaign said: