DH Speak Out: December 8, 2025 Edition Highlights
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Explore the critical discussions from Deccan Herald's December 8, 2025 'Speak Out' section, covering public grievances on infrastructure, governance, and civic issues. Read the full analysis.
Mohali industrialists highlight severe civic issues like poor roads and erratic water supply, demanding immediate action from authorities to improve industrial infrastructure.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation intensifies its road asphalting drive, targeting 53km by year-end. 10km across four zones already completed. Details on zones, progress, and daily output inside.
Gurgaon's MCG initiates a comprehensive baseline survey of sectors 1-57 to create a geo-referenced database for roads, sewage, water supply & more. Aim: plug service gaps.
Chandigarh's Municipal Corporation road committee greenlights three major development projects, including a new community kitchen and waste segregation upgrades, to enhance public amenities. Read more about the civic improvements.
Heavy rainfall of 105cm inundates Avadi and Tiruvallur suburbs, flooding 5000 homes. Ministers inspect areas as residents blame chronic civic neglect. Read the full report.
BMC's massive road concretisation project covers 677 roads across Mumbai. 790 roads completed, 575 partially done. Officials target significant completion by January. Get the latest update.
Nagpur's Digdoh Nagar Parishad gears up for its maiden election, a direct BJP vs NCP fight. With 33,188 voters, the contest focuses on resolving civic woes like poor roads and water. Read the full story.
Hyderabad's population could surge to 1.5 crore, making it the 18th most populous city globally, overtaking London and New York. Discover the opportunities and civic challenges this expansion brings.
Wanadongri Municipal Council faces a triangular contest between NCP (SP), Shiv Sena (UBT), and BJP. Residents decry broken roads, waterlogging, and poor waste management despite urban growth. 255 personnel to oversee polls.
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
A newly concretised road in Mumbai's Chandivali is being dug up again for utility lines, sparking outrage among residents over wasted public money and civic inefficiency. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh govt restructures state into 3 economic zones for accelerated industrial growth, infrastructure development, and equitable resource distribution. Discover how this game-changing move positions AP as India's most investor-friendly state.
Nagpur's Wanadongri area experiences rapid urban expansion but suffers from neglected roads and civic amenities. Residents blame corruption and rural mindset for infrastructure gaps.
Mohali Municipal Corporation clears 72 development projects focusing on roads, parks, gyms and market upgrades. Mayor Amarjit Singh Jeeti Sidhu announces major infrastructure push.
Viral video shows litter-filled Amsterdam streets, triggering global discussion about civic sense and cleanliness standards. Watch the debate unfold!
Secunderabad Cantonment residents demand merger with GHMC as civic infrastructure deteriorates and elected representatives remain absent since 2021. Read more about their struggle.
Kolkata faces water supply issues as civic authorities repair breached 1200mm pipeline under Ballygunge Circular Road. Traffic disruptions and infrastructure damage reported. Read full details.
Kozhikode corporation's unprecedented 45-year LDF dominance faces scrutiny as rapid urbanization exposes infrastructure gaps in transport and waste management ahead of civic polls.
India and Asian Development Bank sign $800 million loan pact for infrastructure projects in Assam, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Chhattisgarh. Includes $1 million grant for climate resilience.
Mumbai's Mulund suburb faces severe infrastructure gaps as rapid redevelopment outpaces civic upgrades. Residents struggle with water shortages, traffic chaos, and incomplete projects despite political dominance.
Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation's funding demand swells beyond Rs 3,000 crore amid concerns over localized projects lacking comprehensive city development vision. Read more.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema announced Rs 213 crore release under Rangla Punjab Scheme for constituency development. Learn how funds will transform villages and cities.
Tamil Nadu initiates consultant selection for Hosur airport development. The project includes master planning, financial modelling, and obtaining clearances. Read latest updates.
Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation awards Mithi River rejuvenation project to Adani-led SPV at 7.1% above base price. Project aims to solve Mumbai flooding issues and improve water quality. Read details.
Hyderabad's GHMC becomes India's largest municipal corporation after merging 27 surrounding municipalities, covering 2,053 sq km - larger than Delhi, Mumbai & Bengaluru.
Mohali Mayor Jeeti Sidhu accuses MLA's associates of stalling development works. Contractors threatened, projects halted despite funds. Councillors warn of protests and legal action.
India's infrastructure sector delivers stellar 82.8% returns over 3 years, more than double Nifty 50's performance. Discover why experts predict a multi-year infra super-cycle and investment opportunities.
Sunder Singh Thakur, MLA from Kullu, lays foundation for vital health center and community development projects in Bajeena village, boosting rural infrastructure.
Jamshedpur residents can now scan a QR code to get real-time details on development projects, ensuring transparency and easy access to civic information.