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Maharashtra Temple Funds Under Scrutiny: Bawankule Orders Urgent Meeting
The Maharashtra Government has taken cognisance of allegations of a multi-crore scam involving the Western Maharashtra Devasthan Management Committee, which manages 3,067 temples including Kolhapur’s Shri Mahalaxmi Temple. Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has ordered an immediate administrative meeting after receiving a memorandum from Hindu Janajagruti Samiti. The matter remains at the allegation and review stage,…
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Proven Fallout of Bad Regulation: Discover Smart Deregulation to Transform Indian Cities
Indian streets often reveal a stark mismatch: crowded footpaths of informal vendors and empty formal shops behind them. The difference is not demand, but regulation that makes legality costly and informality convenient. A Mumbai restaurant case shows the burden clearly40+ licences, a dozen inspectors, and hundreds of official interactions each year, often “smoothed” by bribes.…
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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…