CAG wrote a letter to the Minster of Transport, Tamil Nadu appreciating the government's G.O for increasing the penalties for several violations as per the Motor Vehicles Amendment Act 2019.
Roundabouts are designed to reduce conflict points & control the speed of entering vehicles. But often improper design like decorative elements/ high vegetation in the centre island obscures the sight of drivers & increases the risk of head-on collisions.
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Less than half of India's #children between the ages of 6 & 14 go to #school (Smile Foundation,India). Several factors influence a child's ability to attend school & it's important that the risks from each of these factors is minimised as much as possible. #Free #travel #concessions like this ensure that travel expenditure doesn't hinder a child's access to #education. What is your opinion on this? Comment below.
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Bursting crackers increase carbon dioxide & other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere causing #ClimateChange & #AcidRain. This #InternationalDayForClimateAction, let's focus on creating climate awareness & integrating climate action measures into policies. #SayNoToCrackers #HappyDiwali
As per WHO data, 26 countries have reported a worrying upsurge in #ClimateChange induced #cholera outbreaks in the first nine months of 2022 alone and the average case fatality rate has almost tripled compared to the previous 5 years. #EndCholera #ActOnClimate
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As we gear up for the festival of lights, let it remain just that. Traditional diyas, green gifts & floral rangolis can go a long way towards keeping the festive days clean & #sustainable. Let's breathe safe & clean this #Deepavali! #SmokeFreeDiwali #Diwali2022 #GreenDiwali
Did you know that since June 21, 2021 trans men and trans women can avail free travel on all MTC whiteboard buses? This scheme helps in cutting down their daily expenses, aids to remove social boundaries and provides some form of recognition to these communities that otherwise face multiple layers of oppression.
Non-compliance with wearing safety gear (helmets & seatbelts) remains worryingly high, reveals an assessment conducted by CAG in 3 districts in #TamilNadu. #Helmets & #seatbelts remain the first line of defence against life changing injuries & fatality in the event of a road crash. It is high time the government mandates the increased penalties as per #MVAA2019 to encourage compliance.
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