1 So you want a Dog STOP. Examine your reasons carefully. If they sound like “My child really wants one” or “I will get more exercise if I had a dog”, then be sure it’s the most common reasons people get dogs and subsequently fail at making it successful. The dog is abandoned and this action […]
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How to file an RTI
1 Introduction An RTI is a mechanism to get information from the Government on any issues you may have as a citizen. What you need to do Articulate the question clearly. This is where the key lies. Otherwise you may get vague responses. Identify the head of the department to address the RTI to 1.1 RTI Application […]
How to engage in Cleaning, Greening and Caring initiatives
There are many successful Cleaning and Caring projects we have engaged in. These provide immediate satisfaction and lasting impact. If many of us do this, then our areas can be truly beautiful. We consider engaging in Caring projects our fundamental duty. Children out of school, youth loitering or engaging in dangerous activities, unwell or needy […]
How to deal with stray dogs
1 Issue Too many stray dogs. Fearsome in packs Worry about getting attacked/ being bitten They look diseased There are ways to manage this issue in a manner that is both humane to the dog as well as reassuring to the citizen. The final goal here is to reduce stray dog population and keep the existing […]
How to deal with snakes and snake bites
Snakes in Whitefield The city of Bangalore is continuing to spread its tentacles beyond what is considered “city limits”. Encounters with wildlife are inevitable as we encroach upon their habitat to build our own spaces. Residents of developing areas such as Whitefield tend to come into contact with wildlife more often than residents in the heart […]
How to bury dead animals
1 For your Pet Magadhi Pet Cemetery (BBMP Animal Crematorium) +91-80-23289422Adjacent to KSRTC Depot, Sumanahalli, Magadi RoadKengeri Pet Burial +91-9900025370 +91-8197155004Adjacent to BGS Hospital, KengeriWHISPERING Meadows HennurProvides space for burying.VOSD Provides cremation service and gives the ashes back . 2 For Dead animals you see on the road Cleaning up Dead animals on roads is the BBMP’s responsibility. So first thing […]
How to become a volunteer teacher
1 Introduction This article describes how to identify opportunities and become a volunteer teacher. Currently there are 3 groups in our area which offer opportunities to volunteers who teach and make a large impact to the lives of students. You can either teach students in Government schools locally (Whitefield Ready/Acharya) or teach disillusioned youth who are […]
How to become a traffic warden
1 Introduction This article describes how to become a traffic warden There is no traffic jam on the extra mile 2 Passion to solve a problem Do you find passion in yourself to solve a problem and work hard to go an extra mile? One of the ways to channelize your passion is to become a Traffic […]
How to be a Rising Community
A Rising Community is one that is not a burden on the area they are in, but rather a positive asset to them. Here are the various categories under which community behaviors are listed. How Risen is your Community? 1 Garbage Segregates garbage Composts food waste generated as well as leaves/greenery from the community Disposes garbage […]
How to be a Rising Citizen
Are you annoyed, troubled, affected by the issues you see around you, be they civic, social or criminal? Have you thought about engaging and trying to make a difference but don’t know where to begin? Are you wondering how you can make any difference that will be of significance given the scale of some problems? […]