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The bullet train syndrome perpetuates an elitist approach to the Indian Railways

If the focus were on the convenience of ordinary passengers rather than national prestige, big improvements would be possible within a few weeks, writes Jean Dreze (article from February 2016).

scroll.in/article/804016/the-b

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Aadhaar cloud on school midday meals

Policy experts and social activists said the fears were buttressed by the government’s diktat that the data must be uploaded on the Centre’s PM Poshan portal.

telegraphindia.com/india/aadha

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Making Aadhaar-Based Payments Compulsory for NREGA Wages Is a Recipe for Disaster

A recent order of the Ministry of Rural Development has created a situation where a majority of NREGA workers cannot be paid, writes Jean Dreze.

thewire.in/rights/aadhaar-paym

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