A Punkah-Wallahs were Manual Fan Operators in 20th Centaury India | Interesting Facts

In 20th century India, before the advent of electric fans, punkah-wallahs played a crucial role in keeping people cool. These manual fan operators worked ceiling fans using a pulley system, providing a continuous breeze in homes and offices. The most sought-after punkah-wallahs were often deaf, as their inability to hear made them ideal for environments where confidential conversations took place. Remarkably, night punkah-wallahs could operate the fan by tying a rope to their foot, allowing them to maintain the rhythmic motion even while dozing off. This unique profession exemplified the ingenuity and adaptability of workers in pre-electric times.

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