Amma Water – Good Initiative but..

What it is?

This is bottled water supplied by the state government in Tamil Nadu for reduced price (Rs. 10/litre).  The supply was started by the Chief Minister J.Jayalalitha fondly called as Amma in the state and hence the name Amma water.

Why it was launched?

It was launched as a welfare schema for the people, to provide them quality water at reduced price. Some say that it is done to thrash the business of rival party big shots who hold mineral water factories all over the state.

What is special?

This is first of its kind by any government in India as far as I know (If someone knew of a similar scheme can let me know so that I can update myself). The rate is half compared to the private water bottles. The quality of water is good and on par with the standards.

Verdict: This scheme is targeted towards travelers, people who go on picnic and tours who are very minimal in numbers. Day by day, the cane water (20 ltr bottle) consumption increases in household. This water is used for drinking and cooking purpose. If the government is able to supply this at a reduced cost, more and more people will be benefited (Currently each cane is priced from 25 to 50 most of which are substandard. Recently there was a ban on several companies that did not have ISI standard which was later revoked due to protests/strikes all over).

By doing this, govt can give good quality water at a reduced price which can reach larger masses. It could be a good trick to approach the forth coming elections as well. 

Also the bottle has to be re named to survive even if the opposition party comes to power!!

RUSH - Movie Review

I came to know about this movie through a FB post of my friend. No idea on what it deals with. That is how you have to go for a movie. If you are yet to see the movie, my advice is to skip the rest of the blog, watch the movie and come back.

It is basically a biography. But nowhere has it given an impression of a boring biography. The director was spot on in selecting the right story and the right time of their career. It is sad that the movie is not nominated for the reason that it is a biography but it could have been selected for the gripping screenplay and the experience of real racing.

I did not know who Niki Lauda was and James Hunt as well. But after seeing this, in Niki’s words, “they are one of the most respected”. Completely contrasting in characters, both Hemsworth and Bruhl has done a great job. Niki’s dialogues are wonderful. Its plain and on the face. 

“I am the fastest driver of you all”. 

“Its terrible. Drives like a pig. It’s a shitbox”. (On the Ferrari car)

While Niki is a pro, Hunt is a racing lover. He is willing to take the risk of life to win the race which was clearly visible in the Japanese grand prix. He is the one who loves and lives in the present. Lively as he says. I did not know who to support in the final race as both of them were heroes to me. That’s where the director scores. In portraying 2 distinct characters as rivals, still making the audience love both of them.

After the Nürburgring incident, the return of Niki was so emotional. Though Hunt feels guilty and responsible for the accident, he refuses to give up on the championship aspiration. As an Indian cinema audience, I expected him to give up as a tribute to Niki’s bravery but I was wrong. He was more determined than ever to win the race.

Overall it was a great movie. Though only these 2 characters dominate the entire movie, one would not feel bored as they are interesting throughout. 

Must watch. Now I know who Niki Lauda is. Who James Hunt was and the history of 1970’s racing. That gave me more satisfaction as a history lover!!