Recent heavy rains in delhi have once again exposed the city's persistent issue of severe waterlogging, leaving residents like the man in the video struggling to navigate flooded streets. The footage, shared by Anuradha Tiwari on social media, captures a motorcyclist battling to free his bike from a waterlogged pothole, a scene all too familiar during the monsoon season.
This image of frustration and helplessness is a stark reminder of the infrastructure challenges that plague the capital, despite the substantial taxes citizens pay. Tiwari's post highlights the financial burden on individuals, who contribute significantly to the national coffers through various taxes, including a 30% salary tax, 28% GST on bikes, 8-15% road tax, 18% GST on insurance, and a staggering 60% fuel tax.
The tweet underscores a growing sentiment of disillusionment among taxpayers, who question the allocation and utilization of their contributions. The man in the video, presumably on his way to work, represents millions of delhi residents who face daily disruptions due to poor urban planning and maintenance.
Despite paying a hefty sum in taxes, the lack of adequate drainage systems and road repairs during the rainy season transforms routine commutes into arduous challenges. This discrepancy between tax revenue and public service delivery raises critical questions about governance and accountability, prompting citizens to wonder if their financial contributions are translating into tangible improvements in their quality of life.
Tiwari's commentary invites a broader reflection on the social contract between the government and its citizens. The expectation is that taxes fund essential services and infrastructure development, yet the reality often falls short, especially in cities like delhi where waterlogging and potholes are recurrent problems. The video not only captures a moment of personal struggle but also symbolizes a systemic failure that affects the everyday lives of ordinary people.
This image of frustration and helplessness is a stark reminder of the infrastructure challenges that plague the capital, despite the substantial taxes citizens pay. Tiwari's post highlights the financial burden on individuals, who contribute significantly to the national coffers through various taxes, including a 30% salary tax, 28% GST on bikes, 8-15% road tax, 18% GST on insurance, and a staggering 60% fuel tax.
The tweet underscores a growing sentiment of disillusionment among taxpayers, who question the allocation and utilization of their contributions. The man in the video, presumably on his way to work, represents millions of delhi residents who face daily disruptions due to poor urban planning and maintenance.
Despite paying a hefty sum in taxes, the lack of adequate drainage systems and road repairs during the rainy season transforms routine commutes into arduous challenges. This discrepancy between tax revenue and public service delivery raises critical questions about governance and accountability, prompting citizens to wonder if their financial contributions are translating into tangible improvements in their quality of life.
Tiwari's commentary invites a broader reflection on the social contract between the government and its citizens. The expectation is that taxes fund essential services and infrastructure development, yet the reality often falls short, especially in cities like delhi where waterlogging and potholes are recurrent problems. The video not only captures a moment of personal struggle but also symbolizes a systemic failure that affects the everyday lives of ordinary people.
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