Question

Attempt the following in 120-150 words.

The civic authorities have upgraded the central park in your colony with a walking track, open air gym, and a children’s play corner with swings.

Write a letter to the editor of a national daily expressing your views on the responsibilities of citizens to support civic authorities in ensuring the upkeep of neighbourhood parks. Use the given cues along with your own ideas to compose this letter. You are Reena/Trikha.

Purpose – Help Civic Authorities/Upkeep maintenance of parks Conduct R.W.A meetings. Put up notices. Increase the number of garbage bins and create awareness of its proper utilization. Put notices on the fixed timings of parks and instructions on how to use the park effectively. Motivate residents to plant more trees and flowers in the park.

Answer 1

ABS Bangle Street Delhi February 23, 2024 The Editor HT Media Delhi Subject: Partnering with Civic Authorities for the Upkeep of Our Neighbourhood Parks Sir I'm writing to give my thoughts on a topic that is frequently disregarded but is very important to community living: the joint duty of residents and government agencies to preserve the beauty and practical integrity of our local parks. The admirable efforts of our city authorities are demonstrated by the recent renovation of our colony's central park, which now includes a walking track, an outdoor gym, and a lively children's play area. However, the cooperation and active engagement of the local population are essential to the sustainability of such areas. In addition to making our neighborhood more attractive, the renovation of our central park has greatly improved our standard of living. It serves as a reminder that although city officials create the framework, we, the citizens, bear equal responsibility for keeping these areas in good condition. In order to achieve this, holding Resident Welfare Association (RWA) meetings can be a great way to generate ideas and put plans into action for maintaining our parks. Increasing the quantity of trash cans on park property is one doable solution. But availability alone is insufficient. Raising awareness of its appropriate use and motivating locals to take responsibility for their garbage are urgent needs. Simultaneously, posting information regarding the park's set operating hours and guidelines for responsible use can greatly reduce the likelihood of abuse and vandalism. In summary, maintaining neighborhood parks is a shared duty that calls for both the cooperation of civic authorities and active community participation. We can guarantee that these public areas continue to fulfill their function and continue to be a source of happiness and pride for our community by embracing a cooperative attitude, holding frequent RWA meetings, and starting community-driven environmental projects. Yours sincerely Reena/Trikha