civic responsibility
BJP MLA Suresh Kumar Volunteers as Traffic Cop in Bengaluru's Innovative Citizen Initiative
Nov 18, 2025 08:19 pm CST
Senior BJP MLA Suresh Kumar participated in Bengaluru Traffic Police's "Traffic Cop for a Day" initiative, managing peak hour traffic at Bashyam Circle for two hours. The former education minister shared his unique experience working alongside officers, highlighting the program that allows citizens to volunteer in traffic management by registering through the BTP ASTraM app.
Bombay High Court Orders Rs 6 Lakh Compensation for Pothole Deaths: "No Excuse for Bad Roads in Mumbai"
Oct 14, 2025 12:58 am CST
The Bombay High Court has mandated Rs 6 lakh compensation for pothole-related deaths and established a graduated payment system for injuries, declaring that Mumbai's status as India's financial capital demands better road infrastructure. The court ruled that safe roads are a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution and directed strict accountability for civic bodies and contractors responsible for substandard road maintenance.
Patna Metro Stations Defaced with Gutka Stains Days After Inauguration: A Growing Concern for Civic Responsibility
Oct 10, 2025 05:58 pm CST
Just days after Bihar's Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated Patna's new metro line, video footage has emerged showing stations already defaced by red gutka stains. The incident has sparked widespread outrage online, with citizens calling for strict penalties against those responsible for vandalizing the newly established public infrastructure. This situation highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining cleanliness in public spaces and raises questions about civic responsibility as Bihar develops its urban transportation network.
Visitors Caught Scratching Their Names On Walls Of Humayun's Tomb, Video Sparks Outrage
Sep 22, 2025 11:45 am CST
The footage shows multiple people treating the historic site like a blackboard, with some even climbing on each other's shoulders to deface the monument.