Good Governance
Transwomen & Acid Attack Survivors Take Up New Roles At First National Lok Adalat
Wading off stereotypes and stigmas, the Delhi Court’s first Lok Adalat Session brought in people from the transgender community and acid attack survivors to understand legal proceedings and assist the judges.
Bengaluru Ranks As World’s Second Most Congested City; 5th Highest In CO2 Emissions During Rush Hours
Bengaluru was ranked the second-most congested city in the world during 2022 in the city centre (BBMP area) category, according to the traffic index published by Dutch location technology specialist TomTom. On average, it took 29 minutes and 10 seconds for Bengalureans to cover 10km in the CBD area during 2022.
AIIMS Rishikesh Successfully Conducts Drone-Based Trial To Transport TB Drugs
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Rishikesh, conducted a successful trial for transporting tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to the district hospital in Tehri Garhwal in Uttarakhand.
Gurugram-based drone start-up TechEagle on February 16 delivered 3 kg of tuberculosis medicines with the help of unmanned aerial vehicles. AIIMS Rishikesh has taken this initiative to supply ATT drugs to prevent TB with the incorporation of innovative interventions, which would likely reach the World Health Organization’s objective to eliminate TB.
Local Fishermen, Community Members Clean Takmu Pat As G20 Event Commences In Manipur
Manipur, on February 17, hosted the first of four B20 sessions — the official G20 dialogue forum for the global business community — scheduled in the Northeast.
Given the upcoming G20 events in Manipur, local fishermen and community members cleaned Takmu Pat in a significant effort to conserve the pristine environment of the unique Loktak Lake. Residences built on Phumdi have endangered the lake and negatively impacted the surrounding ecosystem. The inhabitants of this lake have been utilizing natural resources to establish a vibrant local economy for generations.
Deplorable Condition Of Roads In Andaman & Nicobar Brings Difficulties For Residents
The residents of Andaman & Nicobar are facing massive inconvenience due to the poor road condition on the islands. Residents claim the road was laid out a night before, but it is nearly impassable to motor vehicles since it is chipping off as they drive over it.
Hyderabad: GHMC Organizes Door To Door Awareness Campaign On Cleanliness
As part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation officials conducted door-to-door cleanliness awareness drives across Hyderabad.
The campaign aims to promote designated public dustbins, and citizens are advised to dump garbage on them instead of littering the roads.
Gujarat: Eagle Stuck In Chinese Manja On Tree Rescued, Rushed To Forest Department
A Twitter video shared by Hindu Raja Gayan on February 10 shows the rescue of an eagle entangled in Chinese manja on a tree in Vadodara. After multiple efforts, rescuers were finally able to retrieve the bird.
The eagle suffered multiple cuts, was given first aid and rushed to the forest department for further treatment.
Karnataka: Forest Fires Spotted In Eight Locations At Aldur Range Of Chikkamagaluru District
A Twitter video shared by Ajay Thipaiah on February 11 shows forest fires occurring at Aldur Range of Chikkamagaluru district. Reportedly, Fires in eight locations have been spotted and spread fast due to winds.
The total Chikkamagaluru forest area is 71,863 hectares.
Make Your Mental Health A Priority!
Join the kind community @efgorg
Health Melas are to be organized at 1.56 Lakh Ayushman Bharat – Health & Wellness Centres on the 14th of every month. AB-HWCs and LHMC, New Delhi organized cycling event to enhance physical and mental well-being awareness and promote environment-friendly conveyance.
We appreciate the initiative, as health is not just physical but also mental!
No More User Fee! Public Toilets In Odisha To Be Free For Community Use
The Urban Development wing of Odisha Government issued an official notification stating that no user fee would be charged from citizens in any of the public and community toilets. If wrongly charged, people can dial up the ‘Mo Sahar Sarkar’ helpline to lodge complaints.
Taking Schemes To Streets! Chattisgarh Artists Promote Major Govt Programs Through Folk Performances
Ensuring that people receive information regarding the schemes envisioned for public welfare, the Chattisgarh department along with several local artists have been taking the schemes to the streets through folk performances in local dialects.
Air Pollution Rises To Alarming Level As Dust Storm Engulfs Guwahati
Guwahati’s Air Quality has dropped over the last month for various reasons. Today, Guwahati seems covered in white as the dust storm looms over the city.
Guwahati’s air quality has stayed in the ‘Very Poor’ category for a month as per the daily Air Quality Index (AQI) bulletin published by the Central Pollution Control Board.
Air pollution has increased to an alarming level, forcing many city-bound flights to divert due to low visibility from a thick dust cloud.
Good Governance
- Governance
- Progress
- Welfare
Recognising exemplary leadership, progressive policies, and impactful governance initiatives driving transformation and public welfare.
