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Bridging the gap

Sep 23, 2025 2 mins read
Bridging the gap

At one point, “narrowing the gap” was a national mantra of sorts, fervently chanted by our political leaders. A few years down the line, this national pursuit has quietly taken a backseat. Yet, inequalities are becoming increasingly evident between regions, income groups, and opportunities. The gap is evident in access to education, health, digital connectivity, employment, and regional developmen

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