Right now, I am praying really hard that this plan does not remain in paper alone…as most other government policies. Why? Because I just hate cars, and I am desperately looking out for a safe and convenient alternative.

Okay, so all you automobile-addicts think I am mad, right? After all, owning a car is what all urban Indians dream of. And, boy, look at how fast the auto tribe is growing!

Well, let me remind you that cars are one of the most deadly menaces that our cities face today. They have taken over the roads—edging cyclists and pedestrians right off the streets; cause traffic nightmares, and, of course, contribute hugely to the rising levels of air and noise pollution…

Indians will have to be weaned off autos! But how will they move around then? Are the public transport systems in the cities efficient enough to ferry the billions?