Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Thursday, 9 January 2025

Building Castles in the Air ? No , Parking spaces

 


 

Article link:

 Maharashtra plans 'certified parking area' rule for new vehicles to combat traffic and pollution

Extract from the article:

In a bid to tackle the burgeoning traffic and pollution issues in Maharashtra, the state is contemplating implementing a rule requiring a "certified parking area" for new vehicles.

 

State transport commissioner Vivek Bhimanwar emphasized the necessity of this move due to the increasing number of vehicles causing parking problems and road congestion. The proposal was recently presented to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, stressing the urgency of addressing the challenges posed by the rapid growth of vehicles on the roads.

 

The idea behind the proposed rule is to ensure that individuals looking to purchase a new vehicle must demonstrate access to a designated parking space before being allowed to register the vehicle.

 

This initiative aims to alleviate parking shortages and road congestions caused by the surge in vehicle numbers. By making it mandatory for new car owners to have a parking slot, the government intends to curb the escalating urban issues related to traffic and pollution.

 

 

My Take :

 

This idea was first mooted some 8 years ago when, through my following blogs ( sent as emails to Cabinet Ministers / Chief Ministers etc ), I had pointed out that it is NOT possible to implement it . Those interested to know why , should read these :

 

One Car per Family ? .. 27 Sept 2016

 

A Knee Jerk Approach ?.... 22 Dec 2016

 

Why don’t they park in their flats ?  [  01  Sept  2017  ]

 

Parking Mess ? It will get worse !  [  01  Jan  2018  ]

 

It's Not That Simple  ..  31 Jan 2018

 

Those looking at the ULTIMATE ( - althogh, long-term ) solution , may look up :

 

Transport: an Integrated Logistic Plan ?  .. 20 Nov 2018

 

 

With regards,

 

Hemen Parekh

 

www.My-Teacher.in  /  10 Jan 2025

 

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