Road safety not just a week-long exercise
The recently concluded Road Safety Week has highlighted several deficiencies concerning road safety and the responsibilities of various departments. A concerned citizen has brought to the authorities’ notice the unsafe installation of a huge LED screen at Agarwade junction, which can distract drivers and riders, particularly when it displays video clips of dance-party activities. Even if the LED screen has been installed on private land,
Make road safety a daily responsibility
Road Safety Week is an opportunity to educate the public, promote caution and encourage strict adherence to traffic laws. However, to maximise its impact, organisers must move beyond basic awareness campaigns towards a structured and sustained approach. India records lakhs of road accidents every year, highlighting the urgent need for...
India's moment of pride at Japan Asian Games
As the curtain fell on the Asian Games in Japan, most of India and its athletes are sporting a satisfied grin. They managed to maintain their fourth place on the continental medals table behind powerhouse China, host Japan and South Korea just like the previous edition in the Chinese city...
Ensure road access before approving projects
All authorities must ensure adequate road access before approving any project, as proper access is essential for public convenience and basic infrastructure. Road access is critical for emergency preparedness. Fire tenders, ambulances and police vehicles must be able to reach project sites safely and without obstruction. Similarly, heavy machinery, cement...
4-way segregation of waste needs colour coded bin bags
Goa government's move to make four-way segregation of household waste mandatory across urban and rural local bodies is a welcome and necessary step towards better waste management. Shifting from the existing two-way system to separate handling of wet, dry, sanitary and special-care waste can improve collection, recycling, treatment and safe...
