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.
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.
Viral video shows litter-filled Amsterdam streets, triggering global discussion about civic sense and cleanliness standards. Watch the debate unfold!
Barack Obama's powerful quote teaches us that failure is inevitable. The real test is whether we learn from it and persevere. Discover the meaning behind his inspiring words.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A woman's routine eye checkup uncovered end-stage kidney disease. Doctor explains how vision problems can signal serious kidney issues and when to seek medical help.
Jamshedpur residents can now scan a QR code to get real-time details on development projects, ensuring transparency and easy access to civic information.
AAP establishes 27-member committee for Bengaluru municipal elections as parties prepare for civic polls. Chandru accuses major parties of delaying elections amid city infrastructure deterioration.
Jalandhar Deputy Commissioner orders MC and NHAI joint survey to resolve chronic waterlogging issues affecting residents and commuters. Action plan expected soon.
NDMC Vice Chairman Rekha Sharma inaugurated multiple development projects worth ₹4.8 crore in Shalimar Bagh, including road repairs and park enhancements. Read about the infrastructure upgrades.
A newly constructed road in Mohali's Phase 8 has deteriorated within days, exposing poor construction quality. Residents demand accountability and proper repairs.
Bengaluru citizens demand legal action against pothole menace. New legislation proposed for accountability and fair compensation. Read why deadlines haven't worked.
Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar Shaw faces online criticism after praising Bengaluru's infrastructure improvements. Residents dispute claims about roads and footpaths. Read more about the controversy.