Famous computer scientist Alan Kay once said, "The best way to predict the future is to invent it". The city has been seeing a lot of changes lately — some for good and others with debatable benefits.
As the New Year arrives, many youngsters in the city are looking forward to being changemakers, but at the same time are expecting the government and the other citizens to play their part.
Anisha Lalwani, a final-year student, hopes to see better roads laid with good quality tar in the city in the coming year.
"The BBMP officials must see to it that low-quality tar is out of the picture and make it a point to launch a crackdown on cheap tar," says Anisha. Which in the long run, she points out, worsens the roads in and around the city and with the unpredictable rain spells in Bengaluru, these roads turn into a nightmare for commuters.
"It is a known fact that our city's population is on the rise, which has a direct impact on the daily traffic. However, the only way to handle this unavoidable situation is to have a better traffic management system. Ihope to see some development on that too. Along with the government officials, it is important to us, as citizens, to become more responsible and cooperate with the rules and regulation," expresses Anisha.
Looking ahead for a safer environment for women is Arun Arvind, an entrepreneur. He says, if the city becomes safer for women, they don't have to think twice to step out at any point of time. He also sees the extreme need to plant more trees and transform the cement jungle into the garden city once again.
"There should be an alternative to replace the trees that are cut down. The climate in the city is changing tremendously. To rectify this, organisations and individuals alike should bear the responsibility. For every tree that is cut down, there should be 10 other trees planted. After all, our city was once famous for its green cover so let's maintain the beauty," says Arun.
He urges for cleaner and better roads which are durable and have better pedestrian crossings. "Even after many awareness programmes for proper segregation, we still dispose off our garbage carelessly. All the residents should make a conscious effort and act more responsibly," he says, adding, "Only if there is a fear of penalising among people, along with an increase in the fine amount, can this careless attitude be curbed."
Highlighting the issue of cancellation and surge pricing among cab aggregators,
Vivek Nair, a professional, says, "There are many people around the city who take the cab service. But with the recent hiccups that most of us have faced with these cab companies, it has been more like a roller coaster ride. I believe stricter actions should be taken against errant drivers. This can perhaps eradicate the problem from the root. Better training for drivers can also fix the problem."
He also hopes to see the demonetisation issue being resolved at the earliest, bringing back normal life on track once again.
With hopes of efficient performance from the authorities and responsible behaviour from the citizens, looks like these young minds are all set for a new beginning.
![]( "Wishful Youngsters in the city dream of proper garbage management and better roads in the coming year.")
Famous computer scientist Alan Kay once said, "The best way to predict the future is to invent it”. The city has been seeing a lot of changes lately — some for good and others with debatable benefits.
As the New Year arrives, many youngsters in the city are looking forward to being changemakers, but at the same time are expecting the government and the other citizens to play their part.
Anisha Lalwani, a final-year student, hopes to see better roads laid with good quality tar in the city in the coming year.
"The BBMP officials must see to it that low-quality tar is out of the picture and make it a point to launch a crackdown on cheap tar,” says Anisha. Which in the long run, she points out, worsens the roads in and around the city and with the unpredictable rain spells in Bengaluru, these roads turn into a nightmare for commuters.
"It is a known fact that our city’s population is on the rise, which has a direct impact on the daily traffic. However, the only way to handle this unavoidable situation is to have a better traffic management system. I hope to see some development on that too. Along with the government officials, it is important to us, as citizens, to become more responsible and cooperate with the rules and regulation,” expresses Anisha.
Looking ahead for a safer environment for women is Arun Arvind, an entrepreneur. He says, if the city becomes safer for women, they don’t have to think twice to step out at any point of time. He also sees the extreme need to plant more trees and transform the cement jungle into the garden city once again.
"There should be an alternative to replace the trees that are cut down. The climate in the city is changing tremendously. To rectify this, organisations and individuals alike should bear the responsibility. For every tree that is cut down, there should be 10 other trees planted. After all, our city was once famous for its green cover so let’s maintain the beauty,” says Arun.
He urges for cleaner and better roads which are durable and have better pedestrian crossings. "Even after many awareness programmes for proper segregation, we still dispose off our garbage carelessly. All the residents should make a conscious effort and act more responsibly,” he says, adding, "Only if there is a fear of penalising among people, along with an increase in the fine amount, can this careless attitude be curbed.”
Highlighting the issue of cancellation and surge pricing among cab aggregators,
Vivek Nair, a professional, says, "There are many people around the city who take the cab service. But with the recent hiccups that most of us have faced with these cab companies, it has been more like a roller coaster ride. I believe stricter actions should be taken against errant drivers. This can perhaps eradicate the problem from the root. Better training for drivers can also fix the problem.”
He also hopes to see the demonetisation issue being resolved at the earliest, bringing back normal life on track once again.
With hopes of efficient performance from the authorities and responsible behaviour from the citizens, looks like these young minds are all set for a new beginning.
As the New Year arrives, many youngsters in the city are looking forward to being changemakers, but at the same time are expecting the government and the other citizens to play their part.
Anisha Lalwani, a final-year student, hopes to see better roads laid with good quality tar in the city in the coming year.
"The BBMP officials must see to it that low-quality tar is out of the picture and make it a point to launch a crackdown on cheap tar," says Anisha. Which in the long run, she points out, worsens the roads in and around the city and with the unpredictable rain spells in Bengaluru, these roads turn into a nightmare for commuters.
"It is a known fact that our city's population is on the rise, which has a direct impact on the daily traffic. However, the only way to handle this unavoidable situation is to have a better traffic management system. Ihope to see some development on that too. Along with the government officials, it is important to us, as citizens, to become more responsible and cooperate with the rules and regulation," expresses Anisha.
Looking ahead for a safer environment for women is Arun Arvind, an entrepreneur. He says, if the city becomes safer for women, they don't have to think twice to step out at any point of time. He also sees the extreme need to plant more trees and transform the cement jungle into the garden city once again.
"There should be an alternative to replace the trees that are cut down. The climate in the city is changing tremendously. To rectify this, organisations and individuals alike should bear the responsibility. For every tree that is cut down, there should be 10 other trees planted. After all, our city was once famous for its green cover so let's maintain the beauty," says Arun.
He urges for cleaner and better roads which are durable and have better pedestrian crossings. "Even after many awareness programmes for proper segregation, we still dispose off our garbage carelessly. All the residents should make a conscious effort and act more responsibly," he says, adding, "Only if there is a fear of penalising among people, along with an increase in the fine amount, can this careless attitude be curbed."
Highlighting the issue of cancellation and surge pricing among cab aggregators,
Vivek Nair, a professional, says, "There are many people around the city who take the cab service. But with the recent hiccups that most of us have faced with these cab companies, it has been more like a roller coaster ride. I believe stricter actions should be taken against errant drivers. This can perhaps eradicate the problem from the root. Better training for drivers can also fix the problem."
He also hopes to see the demonetisation issue being resolved at the earliest, bringing back normal life on track once again.
With hopes of efficient performance from the authorities and responsible behaviour from the citizens, looks like these young minds are all set for a new beginning.
Famous computer scientist Alan Kay once said, "The best way to predict the future is to invent it”. The city has been seeing a lot of changes lately — some for good and others with debatable benefits. As the New Year arrives, many youngsters in the city are looking forward to being changemakers, but at the same time are expecting the government and the other citizens to play their part.
Anisha Lalwani, a final-year student, hopes to see better roads laid with good quality tar in the city in the coming year.
"The BBMP officials must see to it that low-quality tar is out of the picture and make it a point to launch a crackdown on cheap tar,” says Anisha. Which in the long run, she points out, worsens the roads in and around the city and with the unpredictable rain spells in Bengaluru, these roads turn into a nightmare for commuters.
"It is a known fact that our city’s population is on the rise, which has a direct impact on the daily traffic. However, the only way to handle this unavoidable situation is to have a better traffic management system. I hope to see some development on that too. Along with the government officials, it is important to us, as citizens, to become more responsible and cooperate with the rules and regulation,” expresses Anisha.
Looking ahead for a safer environment for women is Arun Arvind, an entrepreneur. He says, if the city becomes safer for women, they don’t have to think twice to step out at any point of time. He also sees the extreme need to plant more trees and transform the cement jungle into the garden city once again.
"There should be an alternative to replace the trees that are cut down. The climate in the city is changing tremendously. To rectify this, organisations and individuals alike should bear the responsibility. For every tree that is cut down, there should be 10 other trees planted. After all, our city was once famous for its green cover so let’s maintain the beauty,” says Arun.
He urges for cleaner and better roads which are durable and have better pedestrian crossings. "Even after many awareness programmes for proper segregation, we still dispose off our garbage carelessly. All the residents should make a conscious effort and act more responsibly,” he says, adding, "Only if there is a fear of penalising among people, along with an increase in the fine amount, can this careless attitude be curbed.”
Highlighting the issue of cancellation and surge pricing among cab aggregators,
Vivek Nair, a professional, says, "There are many people around the city who take the cab service. But with the recent hiccups that most of us have faced with these cab companies, it has been more like a roller coaster ride. I believe stricter actions should be taken against errant drivers. This can perhaps eradicate the problem from the root. Better training for drivers can also fix the problem.”
He also hopes to see the demonetisation issue being resolved at the earliest, bringing back normal life on track once again.
With hopes of efficient performance from the authorities and responsible behaviour from the citizens, looks like these young minds are all set for a new beginning.