Category Archives: Accountability

Behind all the noise and political manoeuvring on corruption, there is some desire at the Government level to make an impact on the corruption or at least be seen to be doing something about it. While Government under political pressure … Continue reading →

One of the sub-missions under JNNURM is BSUP (Basic Services for the Urban Poor) was launched in December 2005. The focus of this scheme was to improve conditions for Urban Slum dwellers in 63 identified cities across the country. Till … Continue reading →

As many of us would be aware that Delhi Govt. (like many other state govts.) has constituted a Welfare Board for welfare of workers in the construction industry. The Board is required to register every building worker between the age … Continue reading →

Considering a number of scams are in the news, surprisingly still Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has decided to allow their councillors to allot work up to Rs. 50 lakh without taking recourse to tenders. This was stated by Additional … Continue reading →

In view of ongoing debate on Jan Lokpal bill, following post, on history as well as efficacy of the Lokpal Bill in the states, is again circulated for further understanding of the arguments Effectiveness of Lokpal/Lokauykta institutions Presently Lokpal  and … Continue reading →