distance of 32 km in just seven minutes

100 plus legislators went to China- on a study trip with the possible objective to emulate their progress and success mantra in Karnatka. Please read on what was finally their report after spending Rs. 6 crores.

After spending Rs 6 crore public money on a study tour in China, 100-plus legislators on their return have expressed helplessness in emulating the Chinese development model. Reason: lack of political will here.

Dedication, sincerity and political will to deliver are the hallmarks of China's development. This is what our netas learnt during their 12-day China trip.

Visit to one of the world's largest steel companies, Bao Steel Company, cruising in high-speed Maglev train, a visit to hightech development zone and cities like Beijing, Xian, Nanjing, Shanghai and to Yantze river project have given the legislators a rich experience. Dazzled by China's progress in infrastructure, the legislators wondered: "We are 300 in number. Can't we be as efficient as the Chinese are?'' But they were quick to admit that everything was politicised here. "Even the school development monitoring committees are not spared," a legislator said.

In China, nothing comes in the way of development. MLC Shashil G Namoshi remarked: "When it comes to development, caste, religion and god are absent. A single-party rule and the government's commitment to its policies have made China one of the top countries.''

One more reason why China is far ahead. MLA K Chandrashekar noted that villages had agro-industries that suited their crops, which were different from those in city economic zones.

The magnetic train that runs 400 kmph also had a lesson for them. "The train connects Shanghai City to Shanghai International Airport, a distance of 32 km, in just seven minutes,'' an excited Chandrashekar said. "The Chinese mantra is work.''

In Bangalore- we r constructing a new airport which is as good as 30 km away from the city. Is anybody hearing… they r covering the distance of 32 km in seven minutes…. only seven