Road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari’s suggestion to revise and bring uniformity in speed limits is judicious. Arbitrary fixing of speed with often unnoticeable, if not missing, signboards leads to harassment of drivers. Upward revision of limits on multi-lane highways and expressways, without compromising on safety, is worth considering.
Himachal Pradesh is a success story of Covid-19 vaccinations. India can do with more
Himachal Pradesh’s admirable success with Covid vaccinations – 62% first-dose coverage, 23% fully vaccinated – is a model for other states. The health department being present in each village helped the state overcome vaccine hesitancy and ensure access to shots despite supply issues. India can do with more such governance success stories.
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