Dehradun, July 23 -- The roads in much of Dehradun are in awful condition, made worse by the rains. Is this not visible to the authorities concerned? Even as the fleets of vehicles transporting the VIPs speed through the streets, are the passengers not jolted out of their complacency by the numerous potholes they encounter? Or is it part of their concept of development?
All kinds of projects are being implemented by various agencies - making Doon a smart city, laying power lines underground, installing sewer lines, undertaking beautification of all sorts, widening roads, demolishing encroachments - but it is done in a way that only makes conditions worse for the city's residents. Even when the benefits do accrue, eventually, from such proj...