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Surajya Abhiyan demands mandatory bridge audits, digital Health Cards to avert deadly collapses
Surajya Abhiyan calls for mandatory structural audits of all bridges in India and a nationwide Bridge Health Card system to prevent collapses. The twin measures would standardize safety assessments, improve maintenance planning, and enhance infrastructure governance. A digital Health Card for each bridge would centralize inspection records, load ratings, and repair timelines for transparent oversight.…
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Total vs Per Capita GDP: The Essential Guide to Master India’s Growth Breakthrough
Total GDP measures national capacity, while per capita GDP captures everyday well-being. The two move together over time: large-scale investments in infrastructure, health, and logistics typically precede broad gains in personal incomes. India’s foundational buildout—from tunnels and bridges to rail electrification, Vande Bharat, and advanced platforms—positions the economy for faster per capita growth. As scale…
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Proven Blueprint to Transform Agriculture: Why Farmers Bear All Risk and How to Fix It
I map risk and capital across industries, and agriculture stands out as dangerously misaligned: farmers bear the highest risk with the least capital. While global policy has obsessed over yield and productivity, we’ve neglected risk-sharing and market access. In India, collusion among creditors, input suppliers, and buyers further concentrates risk on the farmer—reforms like Modi’s…
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Are governments inefficient?
The blog explores the intricacies of government efficiency, delving into the hurdles governments encounter in service provision due to bureaucratic procedures. It contrasts governmental and private sector efficiency, highlighting their respective roles and strengths in societal welfare. Additionally, it delves into decentralized governance within Dharmic religions, showcasing adaptability and community engagement in these traditions. It…