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Climate Change - Compromise on fibre-optic cables

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As per Nature Reviews Earth & Environment research, the flow of digital info through fiber-optic cables lining the sea floor could be compromised by #ClimateChange. This could cause huge damage to govts & banks whose operations rely on safe & secure flow of digital info. 

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World Consumer Rights Day 2023

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We now know that clean energy is essential if we're to keep our earth safe from the perils of #ClimateChange. Switch to #SolarEnergy where possible. Remember to conserve energy in your day to day activities. And don't forget to buy the most energy efficient appliances as indicated by the BEE star ratings. This #WorldConsumerRightsDay is dedicated to supporting consumers to be #EnergyEfficient and transition to clean energy sources. #WCRD2023

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Road Safety - e-Services for Driving licence

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Applying for a #DrivingLicence & acquiring one is no longer a strenuous task! The e-service streamlines the process for you. All you need is to be able to demonstrate safe driving skills, a sound knowledge of #traffic laws/rules, & the road sense to abide by them. Give us a thumbs up if you are applying for your driving licence soon! #Road Safety

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Climate Change - Increase in forest fires

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As per a NASA report, nearly 1,156 forest fires were reported from #India between 13 & 20 February 2023. Not only does this lead to loss of forest tract but it also releases a significant amount of carbon dioxide exacerbating #ClimateChange. 

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Road Safety - International Women's Day 2023

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Over 20,000 women died on #Indian roads in 2021. However, the implications of unsafe #transport systems & road infrastructure on female road users is not a well-researched subject. We need this to change. This #InternationalWomensDay2023 let us call on government agencies and decision-makers to understand #RoadSafety problems specific to #women & promote appropriate road safety action plans. 

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World Obesity Day 2023

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Childhood #Obesity is a serious threat to the health of our children, with India having 14.4 million obese children - the second highest in the world, after China. Our children are consuming too many calories, but not enough nutrition. Childhood obesity paves the way for metabolic syndrome, poor physical health, mental disorders, respiratory problems, & glucose intolerance, all of which will continue into the adult years. Consumption of processed foods is a particular risk factor with sugary beverages, salty chips & all manner of fried foods easily & cheaply available.

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