Category: Politics and Governance in India

Z-category security, zebra crossings and band-aids*

What is the link between Z-category security, Zebra crossings and band-aids*? Before I tell you the answer, here is a story. A few days back while driving on the Indore bypass, I noticed a...

I am beginning to dread Mumbai..

I am beginning to dread Mumbai.. My favourite city when I was growing up has today become a place that I try hard to avoid. The reasons are not hard to find. Lack of...

The Rebirth of Hope!

Long time readers of this blog will remember my attempts going back several years aimed at bringing together groups and individuals involved in political & systemic reform in India. These attempts were best captured in...

Launching “Sone ki Chidiya”!

Close “non-political” friends who know me have been wondering whats keeping me busy since the last few weeks..I guess it is time to lift the lid! For the past many days, I have been...