3 Things The story of a railway overbridge, farmers' protest, and RG Kar case verdict
Jan 21, 2025
Brendan Dabhi, a reporter for The Indian Express covering Ahmedabad, discusses the mismanagement surrounding an unusable railway overbridge, highlighting serious bureaucratic issues. Raakhi Jagga, also from The Indian Express, provides insight into the farmers' protests, focusing on recent developments, including leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal's acceptance of medical aid and a meeting with the government. The conversation also touches on the RG Kar case verdict, reflecting broader societal concerns and political ramifications.
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Ahmedabad Overbridge
- A railway overbridge in Ahmedabad, built six years ago, remains unusable due to the absence of a connecting road.
- The bridge, costing at least ₹67 crore, highlights government mismanagement and bureaucratic absurdity.
Farmers' Protest Update
- Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal accepted medical aid and agreed to meet with the government after an indefinite fast.
- This decision followed concerns about the health of other protesting farmers, including senior citizens.
RG Kar Case Verdict
- Sanjay Roy received a life sentence for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College.
- West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed dissatisfaction with the verdict, wanting a more thorough investigation.