Exploring the Potential of a Congestion Tax and the Importance of Public Transport

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Exploring the benefits and drawbacks of implementing a congestion tax in cities like Bengaluru, using examples from London and New York. Emphasizing the importance of a strong public transport system and highlighting the challenges faced by Bengaluru in reducing traffic congestion.

Remember the massive traffic jam in Bengaluru last week? Comedian Trevor Noah was apparently 20-minutes late to his stand up show that day. School kids reached home at 9pm. People didn’t get taxis and even walked 12km to get him.

And now, there are renewed calls to fix this traffic mess with one of the solutions being a tax. So in today’s episode for 9th October 2023, we dive into what this is quick-fix solution is all about.