Nishant Jain

In this thread we look at important highlights of the @worldheartfed Report on #Airpollution and cardiovascular deaths: (1/4)

IMT Manesar Chowk Redesign IMT Manesar Chowk was a black spot with 26 fatalities in 5 years. It was a staggered junction and had no speed-calming measures. The lack of safe pedestrian crossings and traffic signals led to many accidents.​ Raahgiri Foundation took up this intersection redesign in partnership with @hondaindiacsr and @MunCorpManesar Here's a glimpse of some of our work. More to come, stay tuned. @HRYVisionZero @Visionzeronet @RoadSafetyNGOs @cmohry @manashuman @SarikaPanda #Raahgiri #gurugram #visionzero @DC_Gurugram @NHAI_Official @TrafficGGM @nishantyadavIAS

Air Pollution in Gurugram: A thread 🧵 @MunCorpGurugram @OfficialGMDA

Don’t let the photo, a common meme, fool you. It is true that Electric Vehicles contribute to road congestion and safety, as much as petrol and diesel vehicles. But the reality is more nuanced. EVs emit significantly less lifetime #greenhousegas (GHG) emissions, a gap that is bound to increase as the electric grid in India shifts to #renewable. With an all-renewable grid, battery powered #EV cars will emit 80% less carbon dioxide over their lifetime! At #RaahgiriFoundation, we envision a future where our cities are transformed to prioritize #PublicTransport, #CleanCommutes and #CleanAir for pedestrians and cyclists. Encouraging the adoption of #ElectricVehicles as #buses, two and three-wheelers are key. Data: theicct.org/wp-content/uploa… #RealWorldEmission #AirPollution