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Collaborative governance is the key to improving helmet use. Engage law enforcement, health organizations, manufacturers, and the public to create a supportive ecosystem. Corporates and educational institutes can promote helmet use by mandating helmets and integrating safety education. The government must also ensure standard helmets are affordable and available for both adults and children.

Why wait? With numerous options available to get the Singara Chennai card, head to the nearest issuance centre to get yours today! Is the Singara Chennai card motivating you to use public transport? Let us know in the comments. (The Singara Chennai cards are currently available at the following bus stations: Koyambedu, Broadway, Central Railway Station, Tambaram, Poonamallee, Thiruvanmiyur, Red Hills, Velachery, Guindy, Avadi, T. Nagar, Ambattur, Ambattur OT, Adyar, Iyyappanthangal, Kilambakkam, Vadapalani, Sriperumbudur, Perambur, and Saidapet.)

While lead poisoning is a global issue, it is particularly significant in India, with children especially being at risk. This series will take you through the risks, and how to keep safe.

#ClimateJustice starts with inclusive policies! Marginalised communities bear the brunt of #ClimateChange. Policymakers must prioritise equity in #ClimateAction to ensure no one is left behind. Fair policies create a just, resilient future. #ActNow #WorldDayOfSocialJustice 

Micronutrients are needed only in small quantities by the body, but are absolutely essential for our well-being. Deficiency of micronutrients or micronutrient malnutrition, (also known as hidden hunger), is therefore a serious health risk. One way to address this is through the addition of micronutrients into food staples, called fortified foods. These foods are identified by the 'F Plus' logo that they carry. The FSSAI outlines standards and quality parameters for fortified foods.

Vietnam's public education campaign combined with strict enforcement successfully boosted helmet use. The campaign even tackled excuses like "it ruins my hair" and "it doesn't match my clothes”. The law also introduced a hefty fine, over 10 times previous penalties, and frequent police checks, ensuring compliance with the law.

We've talked about multi-modal integration. The recently introduced Singara Chennai card is a great example of this, allowing a seamless travel experience between the Metro and MTC buses. What has been your experience with the card so far? Let us know in the comments below. 

This Valentine’s Day, show love by keeping your loved ones safe on the road. Follow traffic rules, wear a helmet, and drive responsibly, because the best gift is getting home safely.

Carry your own reusable utensils for takeout or travel. It’s a simple step to reduce single-use plastic waste and keep our planet cleaner. Every choice matters!

Both silk and handloom textiles are reflective of India's long and intricate relationship with weavers - a legacy steeped in tradition and culture. Therefore consumers need certainty that their purchase is genuine, and that it supports genuine producers. The silk mark, and handloom mark are two quality assurance symbols that you can use to ascertain this.