Opinion | Letters
March 9, 2008
Letters to the Editor - March 9, 2008
- Gulf News
- Published: 00:02 March 9, 2008
Save our planet
Our planet is dying and there is nothing we can do about it. Or can we? There are many simple ways we can help save the only home we have in this universe. Let us stop abusing plastic, cut down on the usage of plastic bags, turn off the tap when not in use, switch off lights and save electricity. Better still walk if the destination is a walkable distance. These are the simplest things we can and must do. The time for procrastination is over. This is a time of consequence.
From Mr Tarun K.
Dubai
Utmost respect
Hats off to the Dubai Police for their outstanding service. While on a recent trip, driving from Bur Dubai to Al Wasl, my sugar level suddenly dropped. I was stopped by the police for my reckless driving and was investigated by an officer at the Bur Dubai police station. On realising my condition, the officer summoned his staff to immediately offer me food until my condition stabilised and became normal. Since the cause was revealed and justified, I was asked to leave. The police treated me with utmost respect and were very friendly and cooperative. I was pleasantly surprised.
From Mr P. Baskaran
Dubai
Precious lives
Any lives lost due to accidents on the road are precious and the families of victims find it difficult to cope with the irreparable loss. But for strangers such incidents are only a part of daily news. It takes a huge amount of self-realisation to be able to understand the pain suffered by others.
There are many drivers who respect other commuters, but a few feel that they own the road and therefore have a right to bully others, usually leading to fatal accidents. If such people have consideration for others, a lot of mishaps on the road can be avoided.
From Ms Annie Samuel
Umm Al Quwain
Better disposal
Our company is ready to engage more than 10 tankers a day but the real problem is at the sewage disposal yards. All disposals are to be done at a treatment plant in Al Awir where innumerable tankers queue up for their turn. A lot of time is wasted while waiting in line thereby blocking traffic. I urge the authorities to take necessary action and provide disposal points at various locations of Dubai such as Al Quoz, Jebel Ali and Dubai Investment Park. This is until the underground sewerage system being established by Dubai municipality is ready for use.
From Mr Hajim Basha
Dubai
Fashion statements
It is always a pleasure to see someone dressed well and making a fashion statement. However, it tends to get really ugly when men try to show off their undergarments more than the actual wear, to an extent that one has to cover the eyes of young children lest they see. Even during prayers at a mosque, people forget that a dress code is an important aspect and maintaining a fashion statement during prayers should be the least of one's priorities.
From A Reader
Dubai
Name withheld by request
More power
I want to voice my deepest gratitude to Al Ain's police department for helping me retrieve the money borrowed by a friend. I waited for one whole year for my friend to return the money, but was always met with excuses. Frustrated, I tried to encash the cheque he gave. When the cheque bounced, I filed a police complaint. Five days later I got a call from my friend who paid back the money a short while later. More power to the police in the UAE.
From Mr Edwin P. V.
Al Ain
Close call
I cross the intersection in front of Musalla Tower on Khalid Bin Waleed Road in Bur Dubai at least four times a day. It is very risky, especially when elderly people or women with children are at the crossing ("Risky crossing," Gulf News, March 5). Two weeks ago, a lady with her child in a pram was almost run over because she dashed across the road after waiting for 15 minutes for the signal to turn green.
From Mr Kaushal Sovani
Dubai
Equal importance
I think India should rid itself of all media personnel and concentrate on future tournaments ("India win thrilling match to claim series," Gulf News, March 4). Additionally, the media should also give equal attention to other sports as well, such as hockey and football.
From Mr Saleh Bin Abdullah
India
Winning streak
I congratulate the Indian cricket team for their historic win against Australia in the recently played tri-series. Hats off to Praveen Kumar who reminds me of former cricketer Roger Binny. Indian cricket is at its peak what with winning the T20 and under-19 world cups. I hope the winning streak continues.
From Mr Kamal Ali
UAE
As bad as ever
This is with reference to the recent report in Gulf News regarding the Abu Dhabi taxi service ("Taxi fares can be paid using credit cards", Gulf News, March 4). The condition of taxi services is as bad as ever. Why don't the taxi service companies operate mini-buses during peak hours and on the more frequented routes? Merely having taxis is not going to solve the transport shortage problem. Instead it could aggravate the already chaotic traffic situation in Abu Dhabi.
From Mr Sajit Viswan
Abu Dhabi
More parks
On the weekends, it is always a hassle to drive past the Jumeirah Beach Park. The park is usually bustling with tourists and residents who step out for picnics. However, the long line of frustrated visitors is proof of the issue. The park isn't big enough for the influx of visitors pouring in every weekend.
Perhaps a new park located somewhere close to the beaches should be set up for more people to enjoy their weekends with families and friends.
From Ms Chun Myung Kim
Dubai
Your turn
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