Politics, not policy, behind India’s pollution crisis: Kiran Bedi
In an exclusive interview with The Statesman, she underlined the need for grassroots political leadership that remains visible beyond polls.
In an exclusive interview with The Statesman, she underlined the need for grassroots political leadership that remains visible beyond polls.
She said the capital has witnessed a steep decline in recent years and urged officials to walk the streets in the morning to see the situation firsthand. Once in office, she said, they must work toward coordinated solutions.
Bedi called for addressing key issues such as public health, safety, and cleanliness, noting that the era of political blame games must end.
A biopic titled "Bedi: The Name You Know. The Story You Don't" will chronicle the inspiring journey of Kiran Bedi, India's first female IPS officer, highlighting her career and personal challenges.
The presentations that included self-composed poems, thought-provoking articles and soul-stirring narratives reflected upon the challenges that our nation faces.
Founder of India Vision Foundation, former Lieutenant Governor Dr Kiran Bedi, displayed her own brand of patriotism when she joined…
Dr. Kiran Bedi was the guest of honour at the two-day conference. She inspired the audience with her empowering anecdotes and emphasised the invaluable role of women leadership in higher education.
"My 'TEA' mantra is to be Trustworthy, empower your seller, team and consumer, and be accountable," Bedi added.
On Tuesday, 16 February, President Ram Nath Kovind issued an order that Kiran Bedi ceased to hold the office of Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry which meant he had withdrawn his pleasure. The President at the same time appointed Tamilisai Soundararajan, Governor of Telangana, “to discharge the functions of the Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry, in addition to her own duties, with effect from the date she assumes charge of her office until regular arrangements for the office of Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry are made.”
People took it to streets and balconies clapping and beating utensils in unison supporting the PM’s call.
