Commuter's rights
On May 12, 2008, I experienced some trouble as a commuter because of the privilege the so-called VIPs have. I was on the VIP road and soon the road became standstill, because an adviser came from the wrong side of the road, to avoid traffic on the side his car was supposed to be on. I, along with many common people, had to make a path for the adviser's car, coming from the wrong side. This is something travellers face each day due to the VIPs. Being a taxpayer of the country and more than that a citizen, I do not want to face these troubles on the road. Why should I make way for a VIP, that too coming from the wrong side of the road?
When millions of people suffer each day, due to the shocking state of traffic, we cannot worsen our sufferings by letting VIPs drive in the most luxurious way at our cost.
We hope to see the matter being given due consideration by the council of advisers. My last message is for the adviser: Sir, you were also a common citizen a couple of months back and you know how it feels when someone takes away your rights as a commuter.
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