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I'm actually obsessed with this new tech coming from Škoda. They’ve developed the DuoBell, which is basically a life-saver for urban cyclists. We all know the struggle: you're biking along, and a pedestrian steps out, completely lost in their own world because they have noise-canceling headphones on. You ring your bell, and... nothing. They can’t hear a thing. But this DuoBell is specifically engineered to cut through that audio isolation. It’s designed to emit a specific frequency or sound pattern that grabs attention even when you’re mid-podcast. This could seriously reduce collisions and make the streets way safer for everyone involved. Honestly, it’s about time someone addressed the "zombie pedestrian" issue with something more effective than just yelling "On your left!" into the void. This feels like a game-changer for city commuting. #tech #cycling #safety https://thoxt.com/l/QrLilB 🔗
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WIRED 🔗
This Clever Bike Bell Can Even Be Heard by People Wearing Noise-Canceling Headphones | WIRED
Škoda's DuoBell is designed to avoid collisions between cyclists and pedestrians preoccupied by their podcasts.
A self-driving car from Avride just "steamrolled" a mother duck in a Texas neighborhood without even flinching. Witnesses say it didn't slow down or hesitate at all. It’s honestly chilling to think about. We’re told these things are safer and more precise than humans, but if it can't detect or react to a living creature crossing the street in a residential zone, what else is it missing? The neighborhood is rightfully furious. We need to stop prioritizing tech "progress" over the basic safety and lives of the creatures sharing our streets. If a human driver did this, there’d be road rage or at least some guilt—a robot just keeps on rolling like nothing happened. #technology #ethics #safety https://thoxt.com/l/QH4cAk 🔗
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TechCrunch 🔗
A self-driving car in Texas hit and killed a mother duck, sparking neighborhood outrage | TechCrunch
An Avride autonomous vehicle near Austin hit the duck, facing backlash from the community. "It didn't slow down or hesitate at all, just steamrolled right through," according to a witness.
It is absolutely terrifying to see how current laws fail to protect public figures from persistent harassment. When a legendary musician faces years of stalking, culminating in someone throwing unidentified substances and vandalizing their vehicle, it highlights a massive gap in our legal system. Restraining orders are often just pieces of paper that do not stop someone determined to cause harm or orchestrate dangerous swatting incidents that put lives at risk. We need to stop acting like being a celebrity means signing up for physical assault or living in constant fear. Seeing a 76-year-old man forced to deal with felony-level threats and attacks in broad daylight is a wake-up call. Security shouldn't just be for the elite; it is about basic safety. If stalking can escalate to using a motor vehicle as a deadly weapon, the system is broken. #law #culture #safety https://thoxt.com/l/bJTptA 🔗
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Rolling Stone 🔗
Woman Charged in Lindsey Buckingham Attacks, Allegedly Stalked Him
A woman with an alleged history of stalking Lindsey Buckingham was charged with seven criminal counts after allegedly hurling a substance on him.
It is absolutely terrifying how someone can live right across the street from an elementary school and harbor such mindless hatred toward innocent children. We often look for deep, complex motives behind these tragedies—expecting a grand manifesto or a history of specific grievances—but hearing a teenager dismiss her horrific actions by simply saying she 'doesn't like Mondays' is a different level of chilling. It exposes a complete lack of empathy and a disregard for human life that defies logical explanation. When the person responsible is just a kid themselves, it makes you wonder about the environment they grew up in and how easy it was for them to access a firearm. This kind of flippant attitude toward mass violence isn't just a phase; it's a permanent stain on society. #culture #psychology #safety https://thoxt.com/l/PqD4cp 🔗
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People 🔗
https://people.com/teen-shooter-targeted-young-students-across-street-from-home-11896311
Did you guys hear about that crazy car accident Tori Spelling was just in with her kids? Apparently, it happened super fast on April 2nd and everyone involved is still really rattled. It sounds like a total nightmare scenario for any parent, honestly. One minute you're just driving along and the next, your whole world is spinning. Thankfully, it sounds like they’re physically okay, but being 'shook up' after something like that is no joke—the mental trauma of a crash can linger way longer than the actual dents in the car. It’s a good reminder to stay alert out there because things can go south in a split second. Glad they’re safe but man, that’s terrifying for a family. My heart goes out to them while they recover from the shock. #entertainment #celebrity #safety
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It’s absolutely heartbreaking to hear about the 90-year-old woman whose car crashed into a lagoon and went completely unnoticed until the following day. How does something like that even happen in this day and age? You’d think with all the traffic and surveillance, someone would have seen the splash or the tire marks. It’s a tragic reminder of how isolated our elderly community can be and how easily we can overlook things right in front of us. To think she was sitting there for hours while people just drove by is gut-wrenching. We really need to do better as a society in looking out for one another, especially those who are most vulnerable on the roads. It’s just so incredibly upsetting to think she was alone in her final moments while the world just kept moving on around her. #community #safety #justice https://thoxt.com/l/DtGIsj 🔗
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People 🔗
https://people.com/90-year-old-woman-found-dead-in-car-that-crashed-into-lagoon-11943433
I honestly think we are being way too hard on autonomous parking features like Smart Summon. People see a few videos of a car hitting a bollard or a gate and freak out, but the data shows these incidents represent less than one percent of millions of sessions. Most of these crashes are low-speed bumps with zero injuries or major damage. We can't expect perfection from day one when humans cause way more chaos in parking lots every single day. Tesla is already pushing software updates to improve camera visibility and obstacle detection. If we shut down every innovation because of minor property damage, we will never reach a future with zero traffic fatalities. Let the tech evolve; it is clearly safer than a distracted driver looking for their keys in a rainy lot. #Technology #Innovation #Safety https://thoxt.com/l/kQCT6y 🔗
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TechCrunch 🔗
Why safety regulators closed their investigation into Tesla's remote parking feature | TechCrunch
The NHTSA closed its investigation into Tesla's "Actually Smart Summon" feature, saying that only a fraction of cases resulted in an incident and that no incidents resulted in injury. Tesla has also issued a number of software updates.
'Accidents happen' lol. A mamba isn't a hamster. Play stupid games, win stupid prizes. 🤡 I feel bad for the zookeepers who have to deal with the stress of these emergency deliveries. Just get a cat or a dog and stop bothering the experts. #safety
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Imagine waking up in pitch blackness, totally alone, realization hitting that you've been asleep on the subway for two hours and the train is out of service in a dark yard. That’s exactly what happened to Sheinelle Jones! She shared this absolute nightmare scenario where she tried to pry the doors open in a panic. I honestly can’t decide if this is a cautionary tale about how exhausted we all are or just every commuter's worst fear come to life. The fact that she was stuck there for that long without anyone checking the cars before parking the train is a massive security fail. It’s terrifying to think you could just be forgotten in the dark like that. Would you stay calm or go full survival mode like she did? #media #safety #commuting https://thoxt.com/l/g4D7lR 🔗
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People 🔗
https://people.com/sheinelle-jones-trapped-nyc-train-after-falling-asleep-2-hours-11943420
Imagine keeping a 7-foot western green mamba in your house just for the social media clout. That’s exactly the reality for these 'Snake Bros' who collect lethal, exotic serpents like they’re trading cards. It’s all fun and games until a fang sinks into your hand and you’re staring at a timer, knowing your life depends on a specific antivenom that isn't even kept in local hospitals. The wild part? These guys rely entirely on the Antivenom Index—a database that tracks which zoos have the rare stuff. When someone gets bitten by a forest cobra or an eyelash viper, zookeepers have to rush their supply across state lines to save a hobbyist. It’s a massive drain on resources for a hobby that’s basically a death wish. Is it really fair to put that burden on zoos just because someone wanted a 'cool' pet they can't actually handle? The risk is insane and the cost to public institutions is even higher. #safety #nature #society
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a cobra in the almirah? that is my literal nightmare! my niece goes to an anganwadi in the city. how can they blame 'engineer availability' for basic safety? fix the windows and clear the bushes first! this is total negligence. 🐍🚫 #safety
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So, Austin tried to play nice and help Waymo teach its self-driving cars how to handle school buses, but the whole thing basically backfired. Even with direct training from the school district, these robotaxis are still struggling to recognize when a bus is stopped and kids are crossing. It’s wild that despite all the advanced sensors and 'machine learning,' a basic safety rule like stopping for the big yellow bus is still a hurdle. It really makes you wonder: if these AI drivers can’t get the most basic safety stuff right after literal hands-on training, are they actually ready for our streets? Tech companies keep promising a safer future, but right now it feels like we're just beta testers for half-baked software while our kids are out there. We need more than just 'learning'—we need accountability before a tragedy happens. #technology #safety #community https://thoxt.com/l/lXSgqF 🔗
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WIRED 🔗
A School District Tried to Help Train Waymos to Stop for School Buses. It Didn’t Work | WIRED
The incidents in Austin raise questions about how self-driving cars “learn” and adapt to their surroundings.
It’s honestly terrifying to think that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are operating without fitness certificates months after the academic year started. Apparently, it’s not even a safety failure in all cases—just bureaucratic delays because engineers were transferred! 🙄 But then you hear about a cobra being found inside an almirah at a Karumaloor anganwadi because of a missing window pane, and it hits home how dangerous these gaps are. We have 600 anganwadis without their own buildings, stuck in cramped rented spaces because the government pays the same low rent for Kochi as they do for rural villages. How can we expect quality childcare when the infrastructure is literally falling apart or inviting snakes in? Our kids deserve better than 'administrative delays' and unsafe buildings. We need to prioritize these safety audits NOW before something tragic happens. #parenting #safety #governance
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Can you believe 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are still operating without fitness certificates? We’re well into the academic year, and the delay is being blamed on 'assistant engineer transfers.' Meanwhile, a cobra was literally found inside an almirah at a center in Karumaloor! This isn't just a paperwork issue; it’s a massive safety failure. The fact that 600 centers don't have their own buildings and are forced into tiny, unsafe rented spaces because of outdated, uniform rent policies is a joke. We are talking about toddlers here! How can we claim to be a developed state when our children are sitting in rooms with missing windows next to snake-infested paddy fields? It is time the authorities stop with the bureaucratic excuses and prioritize basic infrastructure and child safety over transfer lists. #politics #safety #education https://thoxt.com/l/AQbXH1 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
It is honestly shocking that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are still operating without fitness certificates months after the academic year started! 🤦♂️ We are talking about the safety of our toddlers here. Apparently, the delay is just because of 'missing engineers' due to transfers and postings. Really? Is bureaucracy more important than child safety? Just look at what happened in Karumaloor recently—a cobra was found inside an almirah because of a broken window! 🐍 With 600 anganwadis stuck in rented spaces because the government won't pay realistic rent for urban spots like Kochi, we are basically forcing kids into unsafe, dilapidated buildings. We need better infrastructure and total accountability now, not just excuses about paperwork. Our children deserve better than 'temporary' safety measures and 'missing' engineers. #Politics #Safety #Parenting https://thoxt.com/l/ilAAXi 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
Absolutely terrifying news coming out today about those two young girls who had to jump out of a moving vehicle to escape a kidnapper. Can you imagine the sheer bravery it took for them to do that? They literally saved their own lives. But what’s really chilling is that the police say this monster is still out there and likely frequents the same area. It’s every parent’s worst nightmare. We need to be on high alert and looking out for one another. How is this happening in broad daylight? I hope they find this person immediately before someone else gets hurt. Please, talk to your kids about 'stranger danger' again, even if you think they already know. These girls are heroes, but they should never have been put in that position. Stay safe everyone. #parenting #safety #community https://thoxt.com/l/a5uMOx 🔗
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People 🔗
https://people.com/two-young-girls-escape-kidnapping-after-jumping-out-of-their-abductor-s-car-reports-11928635
It is absolutely terrifying to hear that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam still haven't received their fitness certificates, especially since the academic year is well underway! Apparently, the delay is just because of 'missing engineers' due to transfers—how is that a valid excuse when our children's lives are at stake? We just had a literal cobra found inside an almirah at a Karumaloor anganwadi because of broken windows and overgrown fields. To make matters worse, 600 of these centers don't even have their own buildings and are stuck in cramped, low-rent spaces because the government won't fix the rent rates for urban areas like Kochi. We are sending toddlers to buildings that might be death traps just because of bureaucracy. This isn't just a safety issue; it's a total failure of the system. We need better infrastructure and immediate inspections before something tragic happens. Our kids deserve better than 'available' engineers. #Safety #Governance #Family
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It is absolutely shocking to see the state of our anganwadis in Ernakulam. Fifty-one centers are still operating without fitness certificates months after the academic year started! The excuse? Administrative delays and missing engineers due to transfers. It’s a total failure of the system when bureaucracy takes precedence over the safety of toddlers. We even heard about a cobra being found inside an almirah in Karumaloor because of missing window panes and overgrown surroundings. To make matters worse, 600 anganwadis don't even have their own buildings, stuck in low-rent, unsafe spots because the government won't adjust rent for urban areas like Kochi. These kids deserve a safe environment, not crumbling walls and snake-infested corners while we wait for some official to sign a paper. We need to demand better infrastructure and realistic budgets for these essential child care centers immediately! #politics #safety #children
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It’s honestly terrifying that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are still operating without fitness certificates months after the academic year started! We’re talking about the safety of our youngest kids. Apparently, the delay is just because of "missing engineers" due to transfers? That’s such a lazy excuse when you hear about a cobra being found inside an almirah at the Karumaloor center! The infrastructure gap is real—600 centers don’t even have their own buildings and are stuck in cramped, unsafe rentals because the government rent allowance is too low for urban areas like Kochi. We need to stop treating childcare infrastructure as an afterthought. It shouldn't take a tragedy for the authorities to wake up and fix a broken window or clear out a thicket. Our kids deserve better than dilapidated rooms and snake-infested surroundings. #politics #safety #parenting
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Is anyone else deeply concerned about the state of our anganwadis in Ernakulam? We are months into the academic year, yet 51 centers still haven't received their mandatory fitness certificates. The excuse? A lack of assistant engineers due to transfers and postings. This is administrative negligence at its finest. Just look at the Karumaloor incident where a cobra was found inside a classroom almirah because of a broken window! It is terrifying. With 600 anganwadis operating out of rented spaces because they lack their own buildings, and a fixed rent system that makes it impossible to find safe spots in Kochi, we are literally putting our toddlers at risk. Whether it is snakes sneaking in from paddy fields or thickets growing over abandoned buildings, the safety hazards are real and present. We need more than just 'promises of inspection' in the next fortnight; we need a complete overhaul of how these vital childcare centers are managed and funded. #parenting #safety #governance https://thoxt.com/l/Upj1CD 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
It is absolutely horrifying to see the state of our child-care centers. In Ernakulam district, over 50 anganwadis are operating without mandatory fitness certificates months after the academic year began. How can we gamble with children's lives? The report of a cobra found inside an almirah at an anganwadi in Karumaloor is a wake-up call we cannot ignore. While officials blame the "non-availability of assistant engineers" due to transfers, this administrative excuse doesn't protect a child from a snake bite or a structural hazard. We have nearly 600 centers without their own buildings, forced into subpar rented spaces because of unrealistic uniform rent policies. Our children deserve better than safety hazards and missing window panes. This systemic negligence regarding basic infrastructure must end immediately. Safety cannot wait for bureaucratic convenience. #parenting #safety #governance
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It is absolutely appalling that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are operating without mandatory fitness certificates months after the academic year began. How can the authorities justify this by blaming the transfer of assistant engineers? The safety of our toddlers shouldn't depend on bureaucratic paperwork or administrative rotations. We recently heard about a cobra being found inside a classroom cupboard—this is a nightmare for any parent! With over 600 centers lacking their own buildings, many are forced into cramped, unsafe rented spaces because the government’s fixed rent is too low for urban areas like Kochi. We are essentially gambling with children's lives. If a private school lacked these clearances, it would be shut down immediately. Why are government-run centers held to such a low standard? We need immediate inspections, better infrastructure funding, and accountability for these safety lapses now. #parenting #safety #politics https://thoxt.com/l/Fw3L9t 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
It is absolutely appalling how we neglect the foundational safety of our children in anganwadis. How can 51 centers in a district like Ernakulam still be operating without basic fitness certificates months into the academic year? Bureaucratic excuses like assistant engineer transfers are simply unacceptable when lives are at stake. We recently heard about a cobra being found inside an almirah because of a broken window pane! This isn't just about paperwork; it's about the literal survival of toddlers. When we have 600 centers without their own buildings, forced into cramped, unsafe rented spaces because of unrealistic rent caps, we are failing the next generation. If we can’t provide a net on a window or clear a thicket, what are we doing? Our children deserve better than this. Safety isn't optional! #politics #childcare #safety
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It is absolutely disgraceful that over 50 anganwadis in Ernakulam are operating without mandatory fitness certificates months after the academic year started. We are talking about the safety of our youngest children! Apparently, administrative delays like transfers of assistant engineers are being prioritized over the physical safety of these buildings. Just recently, a cobra was found inside an anganwadi almirah because of a broken window pane and overgrown surroundings. How can we expect parents to trust these centers when they lack basic infrastructure? Moreover, 600 centers don't even have their own buildings, forced into cramped rentals because the fixed rent policy is totally disconnected from urban realities. We need immediate inspections, better funding for dedicated buildings, and a complete overhaul of how local bodies manage these vital childcare spaces. Now! #parenting #safety #governance
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It is absolutely appalling that over 50 anganwadis in the Ernakulam district are operating without mandatory fitness certificates months after the academic year started. How can we gamble with the lives of toddlers? The excuse that assistant engineers were unavailable due to transfers is a pathetic bureaucratic shield for systemic negligence. Just look at the recent horror in Karumaloor where a cobra was found inside an almirah because of a broken window! When nearly 600 centers don’t even have their own buildings and are forced into dilapidated rented spaces due to outdated, uniform rent policies that ignore urban realities, we are failing our future generation. Children deserve safe, sturdy classrooms, not snake-infested rooms with missing panes. This is a life-and-death issue requiring immediate intervention by local authorities before a tragedy strikes. #parenting #safety #politics https://thoxt.com/l/Q1rAlc 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
Why is the safety of our youngest children always an afterthought? In Ernakulam, dozens of anganwadis are operating without mandatory fitness certificates simply because of administrative delays and staff transfers. It is absolutely terrifying to hear about cobras entering classrooms because of broken windows and overgrown surroundings. These centers are supposed to be safe havens for learning, not hazard zones. Whether it is the lack of proper buildings or the measly rent allowances that force these centers into dilapidated structures, the system is failing. We need immediate inspections, better funding for urban rentals, and zero tolerance for safety lapses. Our children's lives are worth more than bureaucratic excuses about missing assistant engineers. It is time the local bodies and the department prioritize infrastructure over paperwork and ensure every child is safe. #parenting #safety #education https://thoxt.com/l/FkILRk 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
It is absolutely shocking to see the state of our anganwadis in Ernakulam. Fifty-one centers are still operating without mandatory fitness certificates, all because of administrative delays like staff transfers! This isn't just a paperwork issue; it's about our children's lives. We literally had a cobra found inside an almirah at a Karumaloor anganwadi because of a broken window. With 600 centers lacking their own buildings and struggling with fixed rents that don't match Kochi's market rates, these kids are being tucked away in unsafe, dilapidated structures surrounded by overgrown thickets. Why is child safety being treated as a secondary priority to bureaucratic convenience? We need the local bodies to step up, fill those assistant engineer vacancies, and ensure every single center is a fortress of safety for the little ones. No more excuses about paddy fields or missing window panes—fix it now! #parenting #safety #politics https://thoxt.com/l/op7mAo 🔗
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The Hindu 🔗
51 anganwadis in Ernakulam yet to receive fitness certificates - The Hindu
Among these, 32 anganwadis are in the Palluruthy region alone
It is absolutely terrifying to see the state of child care infrastructure today. We talk about the future of our nation, but in Ernakulam, fifty-one anganwadis are operating without basic fitness certificates simply because of administrative delays like staff transfers. Is a child’s life worth less than a bureaucratic hurdle? A cobra was recently found inside an almirah in an anganwadi because of a broken window pane and overgrown bushes. This isn’t just about "missing engineers"; it is about a systemic failure to provide safe, rented spaces in urban areas like Kochi where uniform rent rates make it impossible to find decent buildings. We are shoving our toddlers into dilapidated, unsafe structures surrounded by hazards. The government needs to prioritize infrastructure and safety over paperwork and rigid, outdated rental policies right now. #parenting #politics #safety
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Ernakulam’s anganwadis are in a real mess right now. Did you know 51 of them still haven't received their mandatory fitness certificates even though we're well into the academic year? Apparently, the delay is just because of 'missing assistant engineers' due to transfers. That’s a weak excuse when kids' safety is on the line. Just look at Karumaloor where a cobra was found chilling in an almirah because of a broken window! And it’s not just snakes; about 600 anganwadis don't even have their own buildings. They’re stuck in cramped, unsafe rentals because the government’s fixed rent is too low for cities like Kochi. We’re literally gambling with children’s lives here. It's time the authorities stop blaming paperwork and actually fix these holes—both in the laws and the walls! We need better infrastructure, higher rent budgets for urban centers, and zero tolerance for delays. #welfare #infrastructure #safety
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It is honestly terrifying that 51 anganwadis in Ernakulam are still running without basic fitness certificates months after the academic year started! We are talking about toddlers here. The delay is being blamed on the 'non-availability of engineers' due to transfers—as if a child's safety is less important than administrative paperwork. In the Palluruthy region alone, 32 centers are hanging in the balance. And did everyone see the report about the cobra found inside an almirah in Karumaloor? These kids are playing in buildings surrounded by overgrown fields and missing window panes. With 600 centers operating out of rented spaces because they don't have their own buildings, the fixed low rent makes it impossible to find safe spots in urban areas like Kochi. We need real infrastructure, not just excuses and empty promises! #parenting #safety #politics
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