Ram Temple water leak, resilient infrastructure, and 2 arrested in paper leak
Jun 28, 2024
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Indian Express journalists Maulshree Seth and Amitabh Sinha discuss the Ram Temple water leak issue and the need for disaster-resilient infrastructure. They highlight the challenges faced by the temple authorities and the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to natural disasters. The podcast also gives an update on the arrests made in the NEET UG paper leak case.
Ram Temple faced water leakage due to inadequate infrastructure, highlighting the need for better drainage systems.
Developing disaster-resilient infrastructure is crucial to mitigate the impact of natural calamities on critical systems.
Deep dives
Ayodhya Ram Temple Faces Water Leakage and Infrastructural Challenges
Following heavy monsoon rains, the newly renovated Ram temple in Ayodhya experienced water leakage, with flooded areas reported outside the temple and at the railway station. The incident raised concerns about the temple's drainage system and infrastructure, leading to criticism from opposition leaders. The chief priest highlighted challenges faced during morning rituals due to water leakage, emphasizing the need for better infrastructure planning and maintenance.
Importance of Creating Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure in India
Discussions centered on the necessity for India to enhance disaster-resilient infrastructure in the wake of recent climate-related calamities affecting various states. The podcast highlighted the impact of extreme weather conditions on critical infrastructure such as power systems, telecommunications, and transportation. It emphasized the significance of bolstering infrastructure to withstand natural disasters and the substantial financial costs incurred by the government in addressing infrastructure damages.
Efforts towards Resilient Infrastructure and CDRI's Role
Efforts to fortify India's infrastructure against natural disasters were discussed, emphasizing the importance of integrating resilience features during infrastructure development. The podcast mentioned the establishment of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) to promote global disaster resilience by sharing best practices. It further highlighted Odisha's proactive measures in assessing the resilience of its power systems and the potential benefits of incorporating resilient infrastructure practices worldwide.
First, Indian Express' Maulshree Seth talks to us about the Ram Temple and the water leak and water logging that it is facing. She shares the reasons behind the leak and the details of what the chief priest and the temple authorities had to say about it.
Next, Indian Express’ Amitabh Sinha speaks to us about the need to develop disaster resilient infrastructure. He shares how with the rising temperatures and instances of landslides, heavy rain, cyclones and other natural disasters are making the critical infrastructure vulnerable and how that needs to change. (9:12)
And in the end, we give you an update on the arrests that have been made by the CBI in the NEET UG paper leak case. (19:57)
Hosted by Niharika Nanda Produced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank Bhargava Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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