Devolution of power to the Chennai Corporation to carry out activities such as town planning are necessary for the local government to function efficiently.
Chennai is in pole position to emerge as a top cycling destination, but some measures are needed to attain that, especially towards creating greater awareness.
With local body polls on the cards for 2022, Chennai-based Voice of People underlines the need to facilitate functional ward committees and area sabhas.
Chennai saw a poor turnout of 59.06% in the recently concluded elections. Is it because the city doesn’t care? Or is there also a need to look elsewhere?
Presently, corrugated sheets are nailed all around the infected house or block, leaving an opening much like the eye of a needle! What if there is a need for emergency evacuation?
MTC must take steps to ensure that it can provide adequate service and be financially sustainable in the post-COVID world. What steps can the transport corporation take now and in the long run?
Cycling would be the best mobility solution for the city now, addressing safety as well as environmental concerns. Bicycle Mayor Felix John outlines the actions necessary to encourage cycling in the city.
