CAG conducted a workshop on Tamil Nadu’s Road Safety Action Plan, where Transport Commissioner Shunchonngam Jatak Chiru highlighted the Rs 2,800 crore in unpaid e-challans, with a low recovery rate of 43-48% from commercial vehicles. The state plans to enhance road safety by establishing a dedicated authority and learning from successful models in other states.
A study by Citizen Consumer and Civic Action Group (CAG) reveals alarmingly low helmet compliance among children and adults in Tamil Nadu, with only 1 in 4 adult motorists wearing helmets. The report highlights the need for stricter enforcement and better helmet accessibility to reduce road fatalities.
A survey by the Citizen Consumer and Civic Action Group highlights several challenges with the MTC’s ‘Chennai Bus’ app, including freezing, inaccurate bus information, and GPS issues. Out of the 500 respondents surveyed, over 50% of MTC commuters have downloaded the app, only 7% actively use it.
An article based on CAG's findings on the effectiveness of the Meendum Manjappai campaign. While the campaign has raised awareness on the dangers of plastics, the cost of plastic alternatives, and the easy availability of plastics deter a swift movement away from single-use plastics.
CAG and SINAM recently hosted a multi-stakeholder consultation on 'Hypertension Care and Control in Tiruvannamalai.' The event highlighted study findings on patients' experiences at primary health centers in the district. Key outcomes and potential improvements were discussed with health department officials, doctors, and civil society organisations to enhance hypertension treatment implementation.
Saroja.S, Executive Director, CAG writes about how Front Of Pack Warning Labels on front of processed foods will fulfill an important consumer right - the right to information.
At the 'datajam' organised by OpenCity.in, CAG, IRCDUC, and diverse members of the public worked together to identify Chennai's most flood prone zones, drainage issues, budget outlays and potential solutions to Chennai's floods.
CAG participated in a consultation organised by Directorate of Town and Country Planning (organised by DTCP), to plan revision of the Tamil Nadu Town and Country Planning Act, 1971, incorporating steps towards sustainable development, sustainable mobility, climate change resilience, efficient land-use, infrastructure and settlement growth across the state.
Playgrounds, parks and such public spaces are crucial for the health and well-being of citizens. The pandemic has just underscored their importance, notes Sumana Narayanan of CAG. As Madras turns 382 this August, it is time the city ensures that parks and playgrounds abound and that they are well-maintained and accessible to all.
Senior Counsel NL Rajah appearing for the petitioner argued that children had taken to begging due to lack of provision of cooked nutritious meal in schools.